Multiple choice general knowledge sports

One of the richest states of India, the origin of its name is from the five rivers that once flowed through the state. Which is this state?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Panchnad

  3. Haryana

  4. Punjab

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Punjab's name comes from Persian 'Panj' (five) and 'Aab' (water), referring to the five rivers that historically flowed through the region: Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, Chenab, and Jhelum. The other options don't have this etymological origin - West Bengal (from Bengal), Haryana (from Hariana), Panchnad is not a state.