Correct option is B
Punjab is not a part of the Ganga Basin.
Explanation:
● The Ganga Basin covers the northern plains of India and includes parts of states like Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal.
● Punjab, although geographically close, is part of the Indus River Basin and not the Ganga Basin.
● The Indus River system includes rivers like the Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej, which flow through Punjab.
Information Booster:
● The Ganga Basin is one of the largest river basins in the world, supporting nearly 40% of India's population.
● Major tributaries of the Ganga include the Yamuna, Son, Ghaghara, Gandak, and Kosi.
● States like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal are heavily reliant on the Ganga for agriculture, water supply, and cultural significance.
Additional Information:
- (A) Himachal Pradesh: Includes parts of the Ganga Basin (Bhagirathi-Alaknanda basin).
- (C) Rajasthan: Some regions in the eastern part are part of the Ganga Basin.
- (D) Madhya Pradesh: Includes tributaries like the Chambal and Son, which are part of the Ganga Basin.