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Punjab
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A region of South Asia split between India and Pakistan, known for its fertile farmland and five major rivers.
"Punjab is often called the breadbasket of both India and Pakistan."
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA historic region of South Asia now divided between India and Pakistan.
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Etymology
From Persian panjab, "[land of] the five rivers," referring to five rivers of the region: the Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Sutlej, and Beas.