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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