In Tibet, which river is known as 'Singi Khamban' or the 'Lion's Mouth'?
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Solution: The correct answer is Indus.
Explanation:
☛ The Indus River originates in the northern slopes of the Kailash Range in Tibet near Lake Manasarovar from a glacier near Bokhar Chu.
☛ In Tibet, the river is known as 'Singi Khamban', which translates to 'Lion's Mouth'.
☛ It flows northwest through Ladakh and enters India, flowing between the Ladakh and Zaskar mountain ranges.
☛ After flowing through Pakistan, the Indus finally discharges into the Arabian Sea east of Karachi.
Extra Exam-Relevant Facts:
☛ Brahmaputra: Known as Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet, meaning 'The Purifier', and enters India through Arunachal Pradesh.
☛ Sutlej: Known as Langqen Zangbo (meaning 'Elephant River') in Tibet and originates from Rakshastal near Mansarovar.
☛ Ganga: Originates as the Bhagirathi from Gangotri Glacier in Uttarakhand and assumes the name 'Ganga' after joining the Alaknanda at Devprayag.
☛ Indus Waters Treaty: Signed in 1960 between India and Pakistan, brokered by the World Bank, to divide water rights of the Indus basin.
Important One-Liners for Upcoming Exams:
☛ What is the total length of the Indus River according to NCERT? → Approximately 2,880 km
☛ Which is the largest tributary of the Indus River? → Chenab
☛ Which mountain pass does the Sutlej river cut through to enter India? → Shipki La Pass
☛ Around which mountain peak does the Brahmaputra take a sharp 'U-turn' to enter India? → Namcha Barwa
☛ Which five rivers form the 'Panjnad' before merging into the Indus? → Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej