Q. With reference to Wular Lake, consider the following statements:
1.It is the largest freshwater lake in India.
2.It is fed by the Jhelum River.
3.It has been designated as a Ramsar Site.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is correct: Wular Lake is India’s largest freshwater lake and Asia’s second-largest freshwater lake
  • Statement 2 is correct: It is primarily fed by the Jhelum River .
  • Statement 3 is correct: The lake was designated a Ramsar Site (Wetland of International Importance) in 1990.

Source- IE

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