The river which is known as Tsangpo in Southern Tibet?

Appeared in: KPSC Staff Nurse - 2015

Explanation

The river known as the Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet is the upper stream of the Brahmaputra River.
It originates from the Angsi Glacier in the Himalayas and flows east across southern Tibet.
Upon entering India through Arunachal Pradesh, it is called the Siang or Dihang River.
In the Assam valley, it is joined by other tributaries and becomes the wide Brahmaputra River.
It then flows into Bangladesh, where it is known as the Jamuna River before emptying into the Bay of Bengal.

Option B: The Indus River originates in Tibet but flows northwest through Ladakh and then south through Pakistan.
Option C: The Yangtze River originates on the Tibetan Plateau but flows entirely within China.
Option D: The Mekong River originates on the Tibetan Plateau but flows south through Southeast Asia.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Geography of major Asian rivers and their regional names as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
The Brahmaputra is a trans-boundary river crucial for irrigation, hydroelectricity, and transportation for millions of people in Tibet, India, and Bangladesh.
The river's basin is known for its rich biodiversity but is also highly susceptible to severe flooding during the monsoon season, posing significant challenges for disaster management.
What if? If the question asked about the 'Lion River' originating in Tibet, the answer would be the Indus River, which is known as Sênggê Zangbo in Tibetan.

How to Approach the Question

This is a factual recall question from the subject of geography.
Identify the key geographical names in the question: 'Tsangpo' and 'Tibet'.
Access your knowledge of major Asian rivers that originate from the Tibetan Plateau.
Recall that 'Yarlung Tsangpo' is the Tibetan name for the upper section of a major river that flows into India.
Match this information to the correct option, which is the Brahmaputra.
Mentally review the courses of the other river options (Indus, Yangtze, Mekong) to confirm they are incorrect.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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