Which one of the following rivers does not originate in India?
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- ABeas
- BChenab
- CRavi
- DSutlejCorrect
Explanation
The correct answer is D because the Sutlej river originates in the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Rakshastal. Unlike the other three rivers mentioned, which have their sources within the Indian states of Himachal Pradesh or Jammu and Kashmir, the Sutlej enters India from Tibet through the Shipki La pass.
Beas originates at Beas Kund in Himachal Pradesh.
Chenab is formed by the confluence of the Chandra and Bhaga rivers in Himachal Pradesh.
Ravi originates in the Kullu hills of Himachal Pradesh.
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