Which one among the following lakes is situated on the west coast of India?

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Q: 11 (NDA-I/2014)

Which one among the following lakes is situated on the west coast of India?

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Geography

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NDA-I

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{'lakes': [1, 0, 1, 2], 'west coast': [3, 0, 3, 4], 'ashtamudi': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'chilika': [0, 0, 0, 2]}

Option 1: Chilika - Chilika lake is not situated on the west coast of India. It is actually located in the eastern part of the country, in the state of Odisha. Therefore, option 1 is incorrect.

Option 2: Ashtamudi - The correct answer is option 2. Ashtamudi lake is situated on the west coast of India in the state of Kerala. It is the second largest lake in Kerala and is known for its scenic beauty and backwaters.

Option 3: Pulicat - Pulicat lake is located in the southern part of India, on the border of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Therefore, option 3 is incorrect.

Option 4: Kolleru - Kolleru lake is also located in the southern part of India, in the state of Andhra Pradesh. Hence, option 4 is incorrect.

In summary, the correct answer is option 2, Ashtamudi lake, as it is situated on the west coast of India in the state of Kerala.