Maharashtra: Land and History
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What is the etymological origin of the word 'Maharashtra'?

  • A corruption of the term 'Maha Kantara' (the Great Forest)
  • Indicates it was the land of the Mahars and the Rattas
  • Derived from Maharashtri, an old form of Prakrit (correct)
  • Related to the term 'Dandakaranya'
  • Which state is bordered by Maharashtra to the north?

  • Karnataka
  • Madhya Pradesh (correct)
  • Chhattisgarh
  • Telangana
  • What is the dominant physical trait of Maharashtra?

  • Mountainous terrain
  • Slopes descending towards the west
  • Coastal plains
  • Plateau character (correct)
  • Which body of water makes up Maharashtra's west coast?

    <p>Arabian Sea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the third largest state in India (in area) after Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh?

    <p>Maharashtra</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Etymology and Geography of Maharashtra

    • The word 'Maharashtra' has its etymological origin from the Sanskrit words "Maha" meaning 'great' and "Rashtra" meaning 'nation' or 'kingdom'.
    • Maharashtra is bordered by the state of Gujarat to the north.
    • The dominant physical trait of Maharashtra is its plateau region, with an average elevation of 1,500 feet above sea level.
    • The Arabian Sea makes up the west coast of Maharashtra.
    • Maharashtra is the third largest state in India in terms of area, after Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.

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