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Which river rises in mountain springs northeast of Mount Kailash in Western Tibet?
Which river rises in mountain springs northeast of Mount Kailash in Western Tibet?
Which river bends sharply to the left after the Nanga Parbat massif?
Which river bends sharply to the left after the Nanga Parbat massif?
Which river flows northwest through the region of Kashmir?
Which river flows northwest through the region of Kashmir?
Which river empties into the Arabian Sea near the port city of Karachi?
Which river empties into the Arabian Sea near the port city of Karachi?
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Which river has the left-bank tributary in Ladakh called the Zanskar River?
Which river has the left-bank tributary in Ladakh called the Zanskar River?
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Study Notes
Major Rivers in the Himalayas and Indus Basin
- The Indus River rises from mountain springs northeast of Mount Kailash in Western Tibet, serving as a crucial water source for several countries.
- The Indus River makes a significant leftward bend after passing the Nanga Parbat massif, an iconic peak located in Pakistan.
- The Jhelum River flows northwest through the Kashmir region, vital for the local ecosystem and economy.
- The Indus River empties into the Arabian Sea near Karachi, one of Pakistan's major port cities, facilitating trade and navigation.
- The Zanskar River is a key left-bank tributary of the Indus River, originating in Ladakh, and is essential for both geographical and cultural significance in the region.
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Test your knowledge about the Indus River, its geography, and its historical significance in this quiz.
