Which of the following statements with reference to Lake Turkana is/are correct? 1. It is the largest desert lake in the world. 2. The lake is situated in South Sudan along the eastern fringe of the Sahara desert. 3. The lake is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is also referred to as the 'Jade Sea'. Select the answer using the code given below:

Which of the following statements with reference to Lake Tur - MCQ (English)

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Which of the following statements with reference to Lake Turkana is/are correct?

It is the largest desert lake in the world.
The lake is situated in South Sudan along the eastern fringe of the Sahara desert.
The lake is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is also referred to as the 'Jade Sea'.

Select the answer using the code given below:

Correct Answer: B — 1 and 3 only

Explanation:

Lake Turkana is the world's largest desert lake. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and as the Jade Sea. The location statement placing it in South Sudan on the edge of the Sahara is not accepted.