Lower Lake

Category: Environment / Wetlands / Geography

Notes

  • The Lower Lake, also known as Chhota Talab, is located in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.

  • It forms part of the Bhoj Wetland, together with the Upper Lake.

  • Bhoj Wetland was designated a Ramsar Site in 2002.

  • The Lower Lake was constructed in the 18th century, traditionally associated with Nawab Chhote Khan.

  • The wetland provides important ecological and hydrological services to Bhopal.

Key Pointers

  • Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

  • Wetland: Bhoj Wetland

  • Ramsar status: 2002

  • Pair: Upper Lake + Lower Lake

  • UPSC angle: Urban wetlands, water security, Ramsar Convention