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:
- A. 2 only
- B. 3 only
- C. 1 and 2 ✓
- D. 2 and 3
Correct Answer: C. 1 and 2
Explanation
The Satluj originates in Tibet (Langchen Khambab) and is an antecedent river. The Chenab, not the Jhelum, is the largest tributary of the Indus system.
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