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Q109 (NDA-II/2024) Geography › Indian Physical Geography Official Key

Consider the following facts of the rivers of the Indus system : 1. The Satluj originates in Tibet where it is known as Langchen Khambab 2. The Satluj is a classic example of an antecedent river 3. The Jhelum is the largest tributary of the Indus System Select the answer using the code given below :

Explanation

The correct answer is Option C (1 and 2) based on the following geographical facts:

  • Statement 1 is correct: The Satluj river originates from the Rakas Lake (Rakshastal) in Tibet near Lake Mansarovar. In its Tibetan course, it is known as Langchen Khambab (meaning 'Elephant River').
  • Statement 2 is correct: The Satluj is a classic antecedent river. It existed before the Himalayan uplift and maintained its course by cutting deep gorges (like the one at Shipki La) through the mountain ranges as they rose.
  • Statement 3 is incorrect: The Chenab is the largest tributary of the Indus River in terms of water volume and discharge. While the Satluj is the longest tributary, the Jhelum is neither the largest nor the longest.
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