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[#501] Match the following Rivers Ancient Name a. Beas 1. Asikini b. Ravi 2. Vipasa c. Chenab 3. Parusni/Airavati d. Jhelum 4. Vitasta
Correct Answer

(C) a-2, b-3, c-1, d-4

Explanation

Solution: The correct match is : Beas - Vipasa Ravi - Parusni/Airavati Chenab - Asikini Jhelum - Vitasta

[#502] Which of the following is true about seasonal river, Ghaggar? 1. Originates from the lower slopes of Himalayas. 2. Believed to be a part of Saraswati river. 3. Enters the Punjab near Mubarakpur. 4. Causes flood in Punjab.
Correct Answer

(C) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation

Solution: Ghaggar river originates in the form of a seasonal stream from the lower slopes of Himalayas in Sarahan area of Sirmaur district. It is believed to be a part of Saraswati river. It enters the Punjab plains near Mubarakpur. The fourth statement is incorrect.

[#503] The perennial river system of Punjab consists of 1. Beas and Ravi 2. Sutlej and Ghaggar 3. Sutlej, Beas and Ravi 4. Ghaggar, Beas and Ravi
Correct Answer

(B) Only 3

Explanation

Solution: The rivers which have water throughout the year are called perennial rivers. Sutlej, Beas and Ravi are the three perennial rivers in Punjab.

[#504] Desert soils are predominantly found, in which of the following regions of Punjab?
Correct Answer

(A) South-Western Punjab

Explanation

Solution: Desert soils belong to the aridic zone spreading over South-Western parts of the state.

[#505] Arid soils are found in which of the following regions of the state?
Correct Answer

(A) South-Central

Explanation

Solution: Sandy soils are arid soils of South-Western and South Central Punjab. These soils are found in the districts of Bathinda, Mansa, Sangrur, Patiala, Southern parts of Firozpur and Muktsar districts and some patches of Ludhiana district.