Question

The Punjab Himalayas are geographically situated between which two major rivers?

• A. Kali and Teesta
• B. Satluj and Kali
• C. Indus and Satluj
• D. Teesta and Dihang

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Indus and Satluj

The Himalayas are divided into regions based on river valleys, from west to east, as follows:

• Punjab Himalayas: Located between the Indus and Satluj rivers, this region is also known as the Kashmir Himalaya and the Himachal Himalaya

• Kumaon Himalayas: Located between the Satluj and Kali rivers

• Nepal Himalayas: Located between the Kali and Teesta rivers in Nepal

• Assam Himalayas: Located between the Teesta and Dihang rivers in Assam

• Purvanchal: Located beyond the Dihang river