GS PrelimsHistory (Ancient India)Archaeological Sites2006

Between which of the following was the ancient town of Takshasila located?

A

Indus and Jhelum

B

Jhelum and Chenab

C

Chenab and Ravi

D

Ravi and Beas

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

1. The question asks about the location of the ancient town of Takshasila (Taxila) relative to major rivers. 2. Takshasila was a renowned ancient city, a center of learning, located in present-day Pakistan. 3. Geographically, it was situated in the Gandhara region, strategically positioned between the Indus river to the west and the Jhelum river (ancient Vitasta) to the east. 4. The other river pairs (Jhelum and Chenab, Chenab and Ravi, Ravi and Beas) represent locations further east in the Punjab region.

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