With reference to river Teesta, consider the following statements: 1. The source of river Teesta is the same as that of Brahmaputra but it flows through Sikkim. 2. River Rangeet originates in Sikkim and it is a tributary of river Teesta. 3. River Teesta falls into Bay of Bengal at the border of India and Bangladesh. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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CollectorBabu · Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: 2 only. ● The Teesta River originates from Pahunri glacier while the Brahmaputra originates in Angsi glacier. ● The Rangeet is a tributary of the Teesta river, which is the largest river in the state of Sikkim. ● The Teesta River flows through the West Bengal and Sikkim through Bangladesh before reaching to the Bay of Bengal. Hence, the river does not fall into Bay of Bengal at the border of India and Bangladesh.

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