Which Indian rivers and lakes term is correctly associated with important geographical fact “it enters the Gulf of Khambhat near Surat”, and also with “a west-flowing Peninsular river also called Tapti”?

Correct Answer: Option D — Tapi. Tapi is correctly identified as it enters the Gulf of Khambhat near Surat. Tapi is also associated with a west-flowing Peninsular river also called Tapti. Another identifying fact about Tapi is that it flows through Maharashtra and Gujarat. A further exam-relevant fact about Tapi is that it enters the Gulf of Khambhat near Surat. Why the other options are incorrect: Option A — Wular Lake: Wular Lake is it is associated with a tectonic basin and flood moderation. Wular Lake is also associated with a large freshwater lake of the Kashmir Valley. Option B — Chilika Lake: Chilika Lake is Nalabana Island within it is known as a bird sanctuary. Chilika Lake is also associated with a brackish-water coastal lagoon. Option C — Loktak Lake: Loktak Lake is it belongs to the Manipur River basin. Loktak Lake is also associated with a freshwater lake famous for floating phumdis. Exam Takeaway: Connect Tapi with “it enters the Gulf of Khambhat near Surat” and “a west-flowing Peninsular river also called Tapti” for revision.