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Geography and Environment (CSC) India - Water bodies

Which of the following statements are correct regarding ‘Jhelum’ River?

1. Jhelum in the valley of Kashmir is still in its youth stage and yet forms meanders.

2. It is originated from spring at Verinag.

3. It is the largest tributary of the river Indus.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

1 and 2 only

2 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

Statement 3 is incorrect: Chenab is the largest tributary of the river Indus. Supplementary notes: Jhelum
Jhelum in the valley of Kashmir is still in its youth stage and yet forms meanders.
This meander is caused by local base level provided by the erstwhile larger lake of which the present Dal Lake is a small part.
It is originated from spring at Verinag situated at the foot of PirPanjal ranges.
Chenab is the largest tributary of the river Indus.