Under the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960, which three rivers were allocated to Pakistan?
Difficulty: Hard
About this MCQ
This Hard Pakistan Studies MCQ checks one syllabus fact. Candidates use it for FPSC CSS practice.
The question is: “Under the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960, which three rivers were allocated to Pakistan?”
The accepted answer is B. Indus, Jhelum and Chenab. The Indus Waters Treaty (1960), brokered by the World Bank, allocated the western rivers — Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab — primarily to Pakistan, and the eastern rivers — Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej — primarily to India.
- A. Ravi, Beas and Sutlej
Why not A: These three eastern rivers were allocated to India under the treaty.
- B. Indus, Jhelum and Chenab ✓
- C. Indus, Ravi and Chenab
Why not C: Ravi was allocated to India, not Pakistan.
- D. Jhelum, Beas and Indus
Why not D: Beas was allocated to India under the treaty.
Correct answer
B. Indus, Jhelum and Chenab
Explanation
The Indus Waters Treaty (1960), brokered by the World Bank, allocated the western rivers — Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab — primarily to Pakistan, and the eastern rivers — Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej — primarily to India.
Source: Indus Waters Treaty 1960 (World Bank)
Tags: Constitution, Geography
Relevant exams: FPSC CSS
Submitted by: MCQsHub Editorial
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