Q. ‘Oxus’ is the ancient name of which of the following rivers?
Answer: Amu Darya
Notes: The Oxus River, also known as the Amu Darya, is a major river in Central Asia. It originates in the Pamir Mountains of Tajikistan and flows westward through Afghanistan and Turkmenistan, eventually emptying into the Aral Sea. The Oxus is one of the longest rivers in Central Asia, with a total length of over 2,400 kilometers. It is an important source of irrigation and drinking water for the region, and its waters are used to support agriculture, industry, and hydropower generation.

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