Question

What is the importance of lakes in India ? How many types of lakes found in India ? Write about 10 points .

Answer 1

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IMPORTANCE OF LAKES -

1. Lakes serve as a major tourist attractions. The tourist attractions like Srinagar and Nainital could not have been much attractive if there would have been no lakes.

2. Lakes serve as a reservoir for fresh water and are used in domestic purposes.

3. Lakes can also be used as a water supply for industry and an irrigation source for agriculture.

4. During heavy rainfall, it prevents flooding and thus helps to maintain an even flow of water during dry season.

5. It can also be used for developing hydel power.

6. They enhance the natural beauty of the surroundings.

7. Lake ecosystem helps to maintain the climate of a region.

8. Lakes are helpful in increasing the economy of a country or nation.

9. It provides habitat for aquatic animals.

10. It regulates the flow of rivers.



TYPES OF LAKES :

• Glacial Lake: Chandra Tal (Lahul)

• Artificial Lake: Dhebar Lake (Rajasthan)

• Ox Bow Lake: Purbasthali oxbow lake

• Lagoon Lake: Chilika Lake (Puri)

• Crater Lake: Lonar Lake (Maharashtra)

• Fresh water lake: Dal Lake (Jammu and Kashmir)

• Salt Lake: Sambhar lake (Rajasthan)


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Answer 2

Answer:

1️⃣Water from the lakes/rivers is a basic natural resource, essential for various human activities.

2️⃣The lake/river banks have attracted settlers from ancient times. These settlements have now become big cities.

3️⃣Using lakes/rivers for irrigation, navigation, hydro-power generation is of special significance.

4️⃣Lakes/Rivers are very significant for countries like India where agriculture is the livelihood for a majority of the population.

5️⃣Lakes/Rivers help to develop tourism and provide recreation.

6️⃣Lakes/Rivers have been of fundamental importance throughout human history.

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