Q. Which Indian state has its name from the five rivers that once flowed through the state? Answer:
Punjab
Notes: Punjab is one of the richest states of India, the origin of its name is from the five rivers that once flowed through the state. The rivers are Ravi, Beas, Sutlej, Jhelum and Indus. Post independence, part of Punjab now lies in Pakistan, but still retains the same name.