Question

Why is chilika lake called a agoon?

Answer 1

Chilika Lake is called a lagoon because it is a shallow body of brackish water separated from a larger body of water. It is the largest coastal lagoon in India covering almost 1100 kms. It is located near Puri, Ganjam and Khurda cities in the state of Odisha.

Answer 2

Answer:

The chilika lake is the largest salt lake in India. It lies in the state of Odisha, to the south of the mahanadi delta.