History • Ancient IndiaEasy
In the Rigvedic geography of the Punjab, the ancient river 'Vipasa' corresponds to which modern river?
A. Chenab
B. Jhelum
C. Beas✓ Correct Answer
D. Ravi
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Rigvedic river Vipasa is identified with the modern Beas river flowing through Punjab. Chenab was known as Asikni and Jhelum was known as Vitasta in ancient literature. These rivers formed the core geographical boundaries of the ancient Punjab region supporting early pastoral and agricultural communities.
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