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