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[#831] Which of the following rivers rises in a spring at Verinag, at an elevation of about 4900 m in the Southern part of Kashmir valley?
Correct Answer

(D) Jhelum

Explanation

Solution: Jhelum river originates from Verinag spring at the foot of the Pir Panjal range in the Kashmir valley. It is located at an elevation of about 4900 m. The total length of the this river is about 725 km.

[#832] Which of the following rivers marks the boundary between India and Pakistan near Firozpur to Fazilka?
Correct Answer

(A) Sutlej

Explanation

Solution: Sutlej separates the Bist Doab in the North from the Malwa tract in the South. Sutlej marks the international boundary between India and Pakistan near Firozpur to Fazilka for about 120 km.

[#833] The Sirhind Canal carries water from the river
Correct Answer

(A) Sutlej

Explanation

Solution: The Sirhind canal is a large irrigation canal that carries water from the Sutlej river.

[#834] Which wetland is recognised as National Wetland by Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India in 2008?
Correct Answer

(B) Nangal Wetland

Explanation

Solution: Nangal wetland is surrounded by Sutlej river, canals and beautiful hills. This wetland has been announced as National Wetland by Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India in 2008.

[#835] Wetland which was declared as wildlife sanctuary in 2009 is
Correct Answer

(A) Ropar Wetland

Explanation

Solution: Ropar wetland was declared as Ramsar site in 2002 by designating it in the list of wetlands of international importance. It was declared as Wildlife Sanctuary in 2009. This wetland is located close to the Rupnagar city.