Question

Consider the following statements about Punjab plain

1. This plain is formed by the Indus and its tributaries
2. This plain is dominated by the doabs
3. Eastern Part of the Northern Plain is referred to as 'Punjab Plain'

• A. 1, 3 wrong
• B. 2, 3 wrong
• C. All are wrong
• D. 3 only wrong

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 3 only wrong

Punjab Plains

• The Western part of the Northern Plain is referred to as the Punjab Plains.

• Formed by the Indus and its tributaries.

• The larger part of this plain lies in Pakistan.

• The Indus and its tributaries—the Jhelum, the Chenab, the Ravi, the Beas and the Satluj originate in the

  Himalaya.

• This section of the plain is dominated by the doabs