**Question:** Given below are two statements: Statement I: Chandra Tal lake in Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh is about 6000 m above sea level. Statement II: Suraj Tal lake is the source of Spiti river in Himachal Pradesh. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
**Options:**
(A) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
(B) Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
(C) Statement I is correct and Statement II is incorrect
(D) Statement I is incorrect and Statement II is correct
**Correct Answer:** B
**Explanation:** Both statements are incorrect. Chandra Tal is at about 4,300m, not 6000m. Suraj Tal is source of Bhaga river, not Spiti river.
*Published: September 04, 2025 at 11:28 AM*
*Tags: HPAS 2023, Prelims, General Studies, Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service*