Answer
Ladakh
Explanation
Tso Moriri is a high-altitude lake located in the Indian Union Territory of Ladakh. It was recognized as a Ramsar site in 2002. Situated at an altitude of about 4,522 meters (14,836 ft) above sea level, this lake is one of India's most important high-altitude wetlands.
Key Points
- > Tso Moriri is a brackish water lake.
- > Another important Ramsar site in the Ladakh region is the Tso Kar wetland complex.
- > This area is famous as a breeding ground for the Black-necked Crane.
- > The word 'Tso' means 'lake' in the Tibetan language.
- > It is located on the Changthang plateau near the India-China border.
- > Although Pangong Tso is in Ladakh, it has not yet received Ramsar site status.
Additional Information
High-Altitude Ramsar Sites of India
| Site | State/UT | Altitude (Approx) |
|---|---|---|
| Tso Moriri | Ladakh | 4,522 m |
| Tso Kar | Ladakh | 4,530 m |
| Chandertal | Himachal Pradesh | 4,250 m |
| Wular Lake | J&K | 1,580 m |
Memory Tips
- Tso: If a name contains 'Tso', it is likely a lake in the Ladakh or Sikkim region. For Ramsar sites, Tso Moriri and Tso Kar are in Ladakh.