Answer
Loktak Lake
Explanation
The Montreux Record is a register of wetland sites on the List of Wetlands of International Importance where changes in ecological character have occurred, are occurring, or are likely to occur as a result of technological developments, pollution or other human interference. India's Loktak Lake (Manipur) and Keoladeo National Park (Rajasthan) are currently on this list. Chilika Lake was earlier on this list but was later removed.
Key Points
- > The Montreux Record was established in 1990.
- > It is maintained as part of the Ramsar List.
- > Currently, 2 Indian sites are in the Montreux Record: Loktak Lake and Keoladeo National Park.
- > Loktak Lake in Manipur is famous as a 'floating lake'.
- > Keoladeo was included due to water shortage and grazing problems.
- > Chilika Lake was removed from the Montreux Record in 2002 due to ecological recovery.
Additional Information
Montreux Record & India
| Site | State | Current Status | Reason for Inclusion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loktak Lake | Manipur | Currently Listed | Pollution due to hydroelectric project |
| Keoladeo | Rajasthan | Currently Listed | Water shortage and overgrazing |
| Chilika Lake | Odisha | Removed | Siltation (later resolved) |
| Wular Lake | J&K | Never Included | N/A |
Memory Tips
- LK: The initials of the two Indian sites on the Montreux Record are L (Loktak) and K (Keoladeo).