Which of the following rivers does not originate within India's territory?

Question

Which of the following rivers does not originate within India's territory?

1. A. Beas
2. B. Chenab (Correct answer)
3. C. Sutlej
4. D. Ravi

Correct Answer

Option B — Chenab

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Chenab.

Key Points

• Chenab is commonly tested with Himalayan river origin traps.
• In PYQ practice, always revise the source, route, and first major region each river flows through.
• Beas and Ravi originate in Himachal Pradesh, while Sutlej is associated with Tibet near Mansarovar before entering India.