Question

Sutlej river originates from which of the following lakes?

• A. Lake Manasarovar
• B. Pangong Lake
• C. Ebi Lake
• D. Lake Rakshastal

Hint:

Remember major rivers' sources along with key geographic features.
Sutlej - Lake Rakshastal; Ganges - Gangotri Glacier.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The Sutlej River originates from Lake Rakshastal in Tibet, near Lake Manasarovar, and flows through India and Pakistan.
Step 1: Geographic facts
Lake Rakshastal is a saltwater lake adjacent to the freshwater Lake Manasarovar.
Step 2: Importance of origin
Knowing the source helps in understanding river systems and hydrology of the region.
Thus, option (D) is correct.