Which one of the following lakes in India has the highest water salinity ?

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Q: 25 (CDS-I/2009)
Which one of the following lakes in India has the highest water salinity ?

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Geography

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CDS-I

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Option 1: Dal Lake

Dal Lake is a popular lake in Srinagar, Kashmir. It is known for its scenic beauty and is a major tourist attraction. However, Dal Lake is not known for its high water salinity. Salinity refers to the concentration of salt in water, and Dal Lake is not particularly salty compared to other lakes in India.

Option 2: Chilika Lake

Chilika Lake is the largest brackish water lake in Asia and is located in the eastern state of Odisha. It is a shallow lagoon and supports a rich ecosystem of flora and fauna. While Chilika Lake is brackish, meaning it has a slightly higher salinity than freshwater but lower salinity than seawater, it does not have the highest water salinity in India.

Option 3: Wular Lake

Wular Lake is the largest freshwater lake in India, situated in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. As a freshwater lake, it does not have a high water salinity. Thus, it is not the correct answer to the question.

Option 4: Sambhar Lake

Sambhar Lake is a saline lake located in the state of Rajasthan. It is known for its high salt content and mineral-rich bed