Which of the following rivers is known as a ‘Dead River’?

Correct option is A

Ans. (a)
Explanation
The Ghaggar River is known as the ‘Dead River’ because it once carried a large volume of water but now remains mostly dry. It originates in the Shivalik Hills of Himachal Pradesh and flows through Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan. Historical studies suggest that it was once part of the ancient Saraswati River, which dried up due to climate changes.
In Rajasthan, the Ghaggar River disappears into the Thar Desert near Hanumangarh and Ganganagar, without reaching any sea or lake.
Information Booster
· Ghaggar is called the ‘Dead River’ because it dries up in the desert.
· Believed to be the remnant of the ancient Saraswati River.
· Flows through Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan.
· Disappears in the Thar Desert near Hanumangarh.
· Has no significant tributaries in Rajasthan.
Additional Knowledge
· Banganga River: Flows in eastern Rajasthan and joins the Yamuna.
· Luni River: A major river of western Rajasthan, saline in nature.
· Kantali River: A small seasonal river in Rajasthan.