Question

Which of the following statements are false regarding Punjab?

• A. Punjab is located between the latitudes 29°.30' North to 32°.32' North.
• B. Punjab shares its state boundaries with Himachal Pradesh and Haryana.
• C. Punjab is divided into two geographical regions.
• D. Punjab is also known as the land of five mountains.

Answer 1

Answer: (C), (D)

The correct options are
C Punjab is divided into two geographical regions.
D Punjab is also known as the land of five mountains.

Punjab is called the land of five rivers. The name consists the Persian words, Punj meaning five and Aab meaning river. Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas and Sutlej are the five rivers. Punjab has four geographical regions. These are Majha, Doaba, Malwa and Puadh.