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Chenab, the largest tributary of the Indus river, is also known as _________.
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Chenab, the largest tributary of the Indus river, is also known as _________.

A.

Bhagirathi

B.

Kosi

C.

Chandrabhaga

D.

Giri

Correct option is C

The correct answer is: (c) Chandrabhaga
Explanation:
· The Chenab River is formed by the confluence of Chandra and Bhaga rivers in Himachal Pradesh.
· Hence, it is also called Chandrabhaga.
· It is the largest tributary of the Indus River by volume.
Information Booster:
· Chenab flows through Jammu & Kashmir into Pakistan.
· It originates from the Baralacha Pass in the Himalayas.
· Plays a key role in the Indus Water Treaty.
· Important for irrigation and hydroelectric projects.
· Joins the Indus near Mithankot, Pakistan.
Additional Knowledge:
· Bhagirathi: Headstream of Ganga, not related to Indus.
· Kosi: Tributary of Ganga, known as the "Sorrow of Bihar".
· Giri: Tributary of Yamuna, flows in Himachal Pradesh.

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