Himachal Pradesh is the starting point of many important rivers like the Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, and Chenab. These rivers flow through deep valleys and support life across the state. Along with rivers, the state also has many famous lakes like Rewalsar, Renuka, and Chandra Taal, which are known for their natural beauty and religious value.
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Rivers & Lakes Practice MCQ Question and Answer
151
Which lake is held sacred to Khajjinag and located in Chamba?
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Answer: Option A
Khajjiar Lake in Chamba is sacred to Khajjinag and lies in a lush green glade surrounded by forests.
152
Which lake lies at the foot of Mount Kailash in the Budhil valley?
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Answer: Option B
Manimahesh Lake, located in Chamba, lies at the base of Mount Kailash and is sacred to Lord Shiva.
153
Which artificial lake was created by diverting Beas River into the Satluj River?
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Answer: Option C
Gobind Sagar was formed as part of the Bhakra Dam project and further enhanced by the Beas-Satluj Link.
154
Which lake is known as the 'Lake of the Moon'?
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Answer: Option C
Chandra Tal in Lahaul-Spiti is called the 'Lake of the Moon' due to its crescent shape and mystical surroundings.
155
Which lake lies near Rohtang Pass and is believed to cure bodily ailments?
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Answer: Option A
Dashir Lake, also known as Dashaur, lies near Rohtang Pass and is believed to have medicinal properties.
156
In which district is the sacred Prashar Lake located?
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Answer: Option C
Prashar Lake is located in Mandi district and is associated with the sage Prashar.
157
Which lake is considered sacred to Rishi Bhrigu?
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Answer: Option C
Bhrigu Lake in Kullu district is held sacred to Rishi Bhrigu and is a popular trekking destination.
158
Which lake in Mandi is associated with serpent worship and floating islands?
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Answer: Option B
Rewalsar Lake in Mandi is associated with Nag cult and features floating islands.
159
Which of the following valleys is most of the Hot Springs in Himachal Pradesh located?
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Answer: Option A
Most of the springs are located in the Beas and Satluj valleys.
160
What are the three types of Hot Springs generally found in Himachal Pradesh?
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Answer: Option B
Generally found in Himachal Pradesh are three types of Hot Springs - Simple Springs, Mineral Springs and Thermal Springs.
161
Manikaran Hot Springs are located in which district?
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Answer: Option B
Manikaran is 45 km. from Kullu.
162
In which valley are the Manikaran Hot Springs situated?
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Answer: Option A
Manikaran lies in the Parvati valley of Kullu district.
163
Approximately how far apart are the hot water springs emerging at various locations in Manikaran?
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Answer: Option A
These are confined to several groups of hot water springs emerging at various locations spreading upto a distance of about 1.3 kms.
164
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the water at Manikaran Springs?
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Answer: Option B
There is no sulphur or iron mixed in the waters, but it is said to be radio active.
165
What can be cooked in the hot water of Manikaran Springs?
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Answer: Option D
The water of these springs is so much hot that pulses (dal), rice, vegetables etc. can be boiled and cooked in it.
166
How long does it usually take to cook a meal in the hot water at Manikaran?
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Answer: Option A
Usually the meal is cooked fine in 20 minutes.
167
What ailments are the Manikaran Springs believed to help cure?
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Answer: Option D
Rheumatism and muscular pains are said to cured very fast by taking bath in this water.
168
According to a legend, what does 'Mani Karan' mean?
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Answer: Option C
Mani Karan means Ear Rings - it is said that once, while taking bath here, Maa Parvati lost her ear rings in the Kund (pond).
169
Vashisht Hot Springs are located how far from Manali?
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Answer: Option A
Vashisht is 6 km. from Manali (in district Kullu).
170
Vashisht hot water springs emerge through which type of rock?
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Answer: Option A
The hot water springs emerge through granitic gnessies which, in this part of the Himalaya, cover a very large area.
171
Approximately how many people take a dip in the Vashisht tanks each day?
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Answer: Option A
Almost 3,000 people take a dip in the tanks each day.
172
What has the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation built near Vashisht village?
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Answer: Option A
Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation has also built 'Turkish type baths' about 500 meters below Vashisht village to tap the springs curative potential.
173
Tattapani Hot Springs are located in which district?
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Answer: Option D
It is located in district Mandi.
174
Tattapani is located on the right bank of which river?
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Answer: Option B
It is located on the right bank of river Satluj at an altitude of 656 meters.
175
What type of spring is Tattapani?
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Answer: Option A
This natural sulphur spring is pure and has curative power for various kinds of bodily ailments.
176
What does 'Tatta-pani' mean?
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Answer: Option B
Tatta-pani means hot water.
177
Kasol Hot Springs are how far from Bhuntar?
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Answer: Option A
It is 32 km. from Bhuntar (Kullu air port site).
178
Compared to Manikaran, is the water temperature at Kasol higher or lower?
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Answer: Option A
The temperature of the water here is much lower than that of Manikaran.