The Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta is also known as: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta is also known as:
A. Sundarbans Delta
B. Godavari Delta
C. Mahanadi Delta
D. Krishna Delta
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
It is the world's largest delta and home to the Sundarbans mangrove forest.

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Which of the following are NOT freshwater lakes? 1. Wular Lake 2. Dal Lake 3. Sambhar Lake 4. Lonar Lake
A. 1 and 3
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A. Pakistan
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