Which of the following is a tributary of the Indus River? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a tributary of the Indus River?
A. Kosi
B. Ghaghara
C. Jhelum
D. Yamuna
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej are the five major tributaries of the Indus River, which are also known as the 'Panjnad' or five rivers.[reference:39]

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