1.What type of lake is Chilika in Odisha?
a. Saltwater lake
b. Freshwater lake
c. Artificial lake
d. Man-made lake
Answer: a. Saltwater lake
2.Which is the largest coastal lagoon in India?
a. Vembanad Lake
b. Dal Lake
c. Chilika Lake
d. Wular Lake
Answer: c. Chilika Lake
3.Chilika Lake is situated on the eastern coast of India. Which state does it primarily belong to?
a. West Bengal
b. Odisha
c. Andhra Pradesh
d. Tamil Nadu
Answer: b. Odisha
4.What is the major source of water for Chilika Lake?
a. Rivers
b. Rainfall
c. Springs
d. Sea
Answer: d. Sea
5.Which of the following is a famous island within Chilika Lake known for its bird sanctuary?
a. Havelock Island
b. Nalabana Island
c. Ross Island
d. Elephanta Island
Answer: b. Nalabana Island
6.Chilika Lake is a crucial habitat for which migratory birds during their winter sojourn?
a. Penguins
b. Flamingos
c. Pelicans
d. Siberian Cranes
Answer: d. Siberian Cranes
7.What is the approximate area covered by Chilika Lake?
a. 500 square kilometers
b. 750 square kilometers
c. 1000 square kilometers
d. 1200 square kilometers
Answer: c. 1000 square kilometers
8.Chilika Lake is separated from the Bay of Bengal by a narrow strip of land known as:
a. Puri
b. Rameswaram
c. Satpada
d. Malabar
Answer: c. Satpada
9.Which of the following is not a threat to the ecology of Chilika Lake?
a. Overfishing
b. Pollution
c. Climate Change
d. Space Exploration
Answer: d. Space Exploration
10.Chilika Lake was designated as a Ramsar Wetland Site in which year?
a. 1981
b. 1993
c. 2002
d. 2010
Answer: b. 1993
11.Which river feeds into Chilika Lake, providing a freshwater source?
a. Brahmaputra
b. Mahanadi
c. Godavari
d. Krishna
Answer: b. Mahanadi
12.Chilika Lake is known for its biodiversity. What is a unique species found in the lake, which is also the state bird of Odisha?
a. Indian Peafowl (Peacock)
b. Indian Roller
c. Indian Cormorant
d. Indian Pitta
Answer: a. Indian Peafowl (Peacock)
13.What is the primary economic activity of the local communities around Chilika Lake?
a. Agriculture
b. Fishing
c. Tourism
d. Mining
Answer: b. Fishing
14.Which nearby town is a popular entry point for tourists visiting Chilika Lake?
a. Cuttack
b. Puri
c. Bhubaneswar
d. Balugaon
Answer: d. Balugaon
15.Chilika Lake is home to the Irrawaddy dolphins. What is unique about these dolphins?
a. They are the smallest dolphins in the world
b. They are blind
c. They can live in both freshwater and saltwater
d. They can fly short distances
Answer: c. They can live in both freshwater and saltwater
16.Which famous temple, known for the worship of Goddess Kalijai, is situated on an island within Chilika Lake?
a. Jagannath Temple
b. Lingaraja Temple
c. Kalijai Temple
d. Konark Sun Temple
Answer: c. Kalijai Temple
17.What is the approximate depth of Chilika Lake?
a. 2 meters
b. 5 meters
c. 10 meters
d. 15 meters
Answer: b. 5 meters
18.Chilika Lake is recognized as a haven for migratory birds. Approximately how many species of birds visit the lake during the migratory season?
a. 50
b. 100
c. 150
d. 200
Answer: c. 150
19.Which government body is responsible for the conservation and management of Chilika Lake?
a. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
b. Chilika Development Authority
c. Indian Council of Agricultural Research
d. Geological Survey of India
Answer: b. Chilika Development Authority
20.Chilika Lake plays a crucial role in the livelihoods of local communities. What is a traditional fishing method used in the lake?
a. Trawling
b. Gillnetting
c. Aquaculture
d. Coracle fishing
Answer: d. Coracle fishing
21.Which island in Chilika Lake is famous for its population of spotted deer and wild boars?
a. Breakfast Island
b. Barkul Island
c. Satpada Island
d. Breakfast Island
Answer: a. Breakfast Island
22.Chilika Lake is a significant Ramsar site. What does the Ramsar Convention primarily focus on?
a. Conservation of cultural heritage
b. Protection of wetlands
c. Preservation of rainforests
d. Sustainable agriculture practices
Answer: b. Protection of wetlands
23.What is the primary threat to the biodiversity of Chilika Lake posed by excessive tourism and development?
a. Habitat destruction
b. Air pollution
c. Soil erosion
d. Noise pollution
Answer: a. Habitat destruction
24.Which famous festival, celebrating the unity of farmers and nature, is associated with Chilika Lake and observed in the nearby region?
a. Pongal
b. Nuakhai
c. Makar Sankranti
d. Magha Saptami
Answer: b. Nuakhai
25.Chilika Lake is a habitat for the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins. What is the estimated population of Irrawaddy dolphins in the lake?
a. 50-100
b. 100-150
c. 150-200
d. 200-250
Answer: c. 150-200
26.Which nearby hill station offers a panoramic view of Chilika Lake from a distance?
a. Daringbadi
b. Simlipal
c. Chandipur
d. Gopalpur
Answer: a. Daringbadi
27.Chilika Lake is connected to the Bay of Bengal by a narrow channel. What is the name of this channel?
a. Satpada Channel
b. Naraj Channel
c. Baitarani Channel
d. Balugaon Channel
Answer: c. Baitarani Channel
28.Which international organization declared Chilika Lake as one of the “Important Coastal and Marine Biodiversity Areas” in 2001?
a. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
b. World Bank
c. International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
d. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
Answer: c. International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
29.Apart from being a haven for birds, Chilika Lake is also home to various species of fish. What is a popular fish variety found in the lake?
a. Salmon
b. Hilsa
c. Catfish
d. Trout
Answer: b. Hilsa
30.Which ancient maritime trade route passed near Chilika Lake, contributing to its historical significance?
a. Spice Route
b. Silk Road
c. Incense Route
d. Amber Road
Answer: a. Spice Route