Ancient Indian History Quiz Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)


Q.  The term “Vitasta” in Rig Veda refers to which among the following rivers?

a. Indus
b. Beas
c. Jhelum
d. Chenab


ANSWER: See Answer
 
Rigvedic Name and Modern Names of Indian Rivers:
Sindhu- Indus
Vitasta- Jhelum
Askini- Chenab
Vipasa- Beas
Purushini- Ravi
Satudri- Sutlej
Gomal- Gomati
Drishvadati- Ghaggar
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