Lake Gosaikunda - Quiz
  • 1. Lake Gosaikunda is a sacred alpine freshwater oligotrophic lake located in the Langtang National Park of Nepal. It is a significant pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists. What is the altitude of Lake Gosaikunda?
A) 4,380 meters (14,370 feet)
B) 5,100 meters (16,730 feet)
C) 3,500 meters (11,480 feet)
D) 2,800 meters (9,186 feet)
  • 2. Lake Gosaikunda is believed to be the abode of which Hindu deities?
A) Vishnu and Lakshmi
B) Brahma and Saraswati
C) Shiva and Gauri
D) Hanuman and Sita
  • 3. During which major Hindu festival do pilgrims visit Lake Gosaikunda?
A) Tihar
B) Holi
C) Dashain
D) Janai Purnima
  • 4. What is the primary source of water for Lake Gosaikunda?
A) Surface rivers flowing in
B) Glacier melt and monsoon rains
C) Underground springs only
D) Volcanic activity
  • 5. Lake Gosaikunda is part of a larger complex of lakes. How many other lakes are generally considered to be in the Gosaikunda complex?
A) 50
B) 25
C) 108
D) 10
  • 6. The trek to Lake Gosaikunda is a popular route. What major trekking trail is it associated with?
A) Annapurna Circuit Trek
B) Manaslu Circuit Trek
C) Everest Base Camp Trek
D) Langtang Valley Trek
  • 7. Which mythological event is strongly associated with the creation of Lake Gosaikunda?
A) Indra bringing rain to fill it
B) Shiva piercing the glacier with his trident
C) Vishnu creating it with his discus
D) Brahma meditating by its side
  • 8. What is the geological origin of Lake Gosaikunda?
A) Glacial erosion and tectonic activity
B) Volcanic caldera
C) Landslide damming a river
D) River meandering and oxbow lake formation
  • 9. Lake Gosaikunda is situated in which district of Nepal?
A) Gorkha
B) Rasuwa
C) Nuwakot
D) Sindhupalchok
  • 10. The water from Lake Gosaikunda is said to flow into which major river system in Nepal?
A) Koshi River
B) Trishuli River
C) Gandaki River
D) Karnali River
  • 11. What is the primary ecological significance of Lake Gosaikunda?
A) Source of commercial fishing
B) High-altitude biodiversity and freshwater ecosystem
C) Geothermal energy production
D) Agricultural irrigation
  • 12. Which Buddhist sect also considers Lake Gosaikunda to be sacred?
A) Zen Buddhism
B) Tibetan Buddhism
C) Mahayana Buddhism
D) Theravada Buddhism
  • 13. What is the characteristic color of the water in Lake Gosaikunda?
A) Clear turquoise or bluish
B) Murky brown
C) Bright green
D) Opaque white
  • 14. What type of climate is typical in the region around Lake Gosaikunda?
A) Arid desert climate
B) Alpine climate with cold winters and cool summers
C) Temperate deciduous forest climate
D) Tropical monsoon climate
  • 15. The Gosaikunda area is known for its unique flora. Which of the following is commonly found there?
A) Cacti
B) Rhododendrons
C) Palm trees
D) Giant ferns
  • 16. What is the approximate number of pilgrims that visit Lake Gosaikunda during Janai Purnima?
A) Millions
B) Tens of thousands
C) Thousands
D) Hundreds
  • 17. Which of the following is NOT a significant challenge faced by Lake Gosaikunda?
A) Overfishing
B) Pollution from pilgrims
C) Climate change impacts
D) Soil erosion
  • 18. The Gosaikunda area is part of a larger conservation effort. What is it officially designated as?
A) UNESCO World Heritage Site
B) Biosphere Reserve
C) National Forest Reserve
D) Ramsar Site
  • 19. Besides Shiva, which other Hindu deity is associated with the origin of the lake in some legends?
A) Durga
B) Brahma
C) Ganesh
D) Vishnu (as Mohini)
  • 20. What is the main vegetation zone encountered as one ascends to Lake Gosaikunda?
A) Tropical rainforest
B) Alpine shrubs and meadows
C) Coniferous forest
D) Savanna grassland
  • 21. The Gosaikunda region is crucial for water security for which downstream area?
A) Tibetan plateau
B) Indian plains
C) Himalayan plateau
D) Terai plains of Nepal
  • 22. What is a common belief about bathing in Lake Gosaikunda during Janai Purnima?
A) Grants immense wealth
B) Ensures eternal youth
C) Washes away sins
D) Provides divine knowledge
  • 23. The Gosaikunda trekking route offers views of several prominent Himalayan peaks. Which of the following peaks is NOT typically visible from this route?
A) Langtang Lirung
B) Ganesh Himal
C) Mount Everest
D) Annapurna
  • 24. What is the primary threat to the ecological integrity of Lake Gosaikunda in recent times?
A) Introduction of invasive species
B) Climate change causing glacial melt and unpredictable weather
C) Over-development of tourist infrastructure
D) Increased deforestation for firewood
  • 25. The Gosaikunda National Park designation aims to protect what specifically?
A) Mineral resources
B) Biodiversity and natural landscape
C) Military strategic locations
D) Ancient cultural ruins
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