Which of the following pairs of ancient and modern names of rivers is/are correctly matched?

1. Vitasta: Chenab
2. Asikni: Jhelum
3. Parushni: Ravi
4. Yavyavati: Beas

Select the answer using the code given below:

1. 1 and 2
2. 3 and 4
3. 3 only
4. 4 only

Explanation

Option (c) is correct

• In Vedic literature, Vitasta refers to the modern Jhelum River, not the Chenab. The word Asikni literally means “dark-coloured” and is identified with the modern Chenab River, not the Jhelum. The river Parushni mentioned in the Rigveda is correctly identified with the modern Ravi River. Similarly, the modern Beas River was known in ancient texts as Vipasha (Vipash).

Answer: (c) 3 only; Difficulty Level: Easy