Hussain Sagar Lake

Category: Geography / Environment / Urban Lakes

UPSC Notes & Key Pointers

  • Hussain Sagar is a large artificial lake in Telangana.

  • It connects Hyderabad and Secunderabad.

  • The lake was constructed during the Qutb Shahi period.

  • It is associated with the Musi River system.

  • A large statue of Gautama Buddha stands on an island in the lake.

  • Prelims Focus: Telangana, Hyderabad, artificial lake and Qutb Shahi history.