Which one of the following rivers was earlier known as “Vitasta”?

The Jhelum river was known as the 'Vitasta' in ancient times, particularly in Vedic literature [1]. It is one of the five major rivers of the Punjab region, collectively known as the 'Panjnad' [1]. Originating from Chashma Verinag in the Kashmir Valley, the Jhelum flows through Srinagar and passes through Wular Lake, the largest freshwater lake in India [1]. In Greek records, the river was referred to as the 'Hydaspes'. Other rivers in the Indus system also have ancient names: the Chenab was known as 'Askini', the Ravi as 'Parushni' or 'Iravati', the Beas as 'Bipasha' or 'Argikiya', and the Sutlej as 'Satadru' [1]. The Jhelum remains a vital hydrological feature of the Himalayan drainage system, forming deep valleys and meanders before entering Pakistan [1].

Sources

1. [1] Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 3: The Drainage System of India > Table 3.3 > p. 18