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Q82 (NDA-II/2023) Geography › Maps & Locations Official Key

In which one of the following states 'Roopkund' lake is located ?

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Your answer: —  Â·  Correct: D
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Roopkund Lake is located in the Chamoli district of the state of Uttarakhand. Situated at a high altitude of approximately 5,029 meters (16,499 feet) in the Himalayas, it is a glacial lake famous for the hundreds of ancient human skeletons found at its edge, earning it the nickname "Skeleton Lake".

  • Location: It lies in the lap of the Trishul massif and is part of the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve.
  • Historical Mystery: Scientific studies, including DNA analysis, suggest the skeletons belong to diverse groups of people who died during different events centuries apart, possibly due to sudden, severe hailstorms.
  • Trekking: It is one of the most popular high-altitude trekking destinations in India due to its scenic beauty and mystical reputation.

Therefore, Option D is the correct answer.

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