The correct answer is (a) Vipas.
The river Jhelum is one of the five rivers of Punjab. It is the longest of the five rivers that flow through the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. The river originates in the Himalayas and flows through the Pir Panjal Range before entering the plains of Punjab. It then flows through the states of Punjab and Haryana before joining the Chenab River to form the Ravi River. The Jhelum River is a major source of irrigation for the Punjab region. It is also a popular tourist destination, with many historical sites located along its banks.
The ancient name of the river Jhelum was Vipas. The name Vipas is derived from the Sanskrit word “vipa”, which means “to divide”. This is because the river divides the Punjab region into two parts. The river is also mentioned in the Rig Veda, one of the oldest Hindu scriptures. In the Rig Veda, the river is called the “Vipasha”.
The other options are incorrect. Option (b), Askini, is the ancient name of the river Ravi. Option (c), Vitista, is the ancient name of the river Chenab. Option (d), None of the above, is incorrect because the ancient name of the river Jhelum was Vipas.