Correct option is C
The correct answer is: (C) Chandra and Bhaga
Explanation:
At Tandi, near Keylong in Himachal Pradesh, the two major rivers Chandra and Bhaga meet to form the Chenab River. This confluence is significant as the Chenab is one of the major rivers of the Indian subcontinent,
flowing through the states of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir before entering Pakistan. The confluence of these two rivers is a key feature of the river systems in the northern Himalayas.
Information Booster:
- The Chandra River originates from the Chandra Tal lake in the Spiti Valley.
- The Bhaga River originates from the Bhaga Glacier near the Baralacha La pass in Himachal Pradesh.
- The Chenab River is one of the major rivers of the Indus River System, which has great significance for both India and Pakistan.
- The confluence point is located in a beautiful region of Himachal Pradesh, surrounded by the majestic Himalayas.
Additional Knowledge:
Panzara and Waghur : The Panzara and Waghur rivers are tributaries of the Tapti River in western India.
Bindusara and Sabari : Bindusara is a Mauryan emperor, not a river. The Sabari River is a tributary of the Godavari River, flowing through the Telangana region of India.
Penuganga and Warda : The Penuganga and Warda rivers are located in the Peninsular region of India. Penuganga is a tributary of the Godavari River, and Warda is a tributary of the Wardha River.
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