India Exam Junction
[PSSSB Revenue Patwari, 2023]
6. In the Mahabharata, Punjab is described as
Pancha-nada
Panchsheel
Panchmukh
Panchmark
Correct Answer :
Pancha-nada
Solution
In the Mahabharata, Punjab is referred to as Pancha-nada, meaning "the land of five rivers." This name highlights the region's rich hydrological network formed by the five rivers: Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, Chenab, and Jhelum, which were integral to its culture and prosperity.