SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 39

SSC CGL - 03 Dec 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q39

Which of the following rivers is NOT included in the ‘Panchnad’?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. The Indus.

  • The Indus River is not included in the " Panchnad".
  • It originated from a glacier close to Bokhar Chu in the Tibetan region.
  • 'Panchnad' enters the Indus River as it flows south just above Mithankot.
  • The Shyok, Gilgit, Zaskar, Hunza, Nubra, Shigar, Gasting, and Dras are other tributaries.
  • The Indus River is referred to as 'Singi Khamban' in Tibet.
  • Panchnad makes up of five rivers situated on the left bank of the Indus.
  • They come from across the Himalayas.
  • The five rivers of Punjab—the Satluj, Beas, Ravi, Chenab, and Jhelum—are collectively referred to as the Panchnad. East of Karachi, it finally empties into the Arabian Sea.

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