Unraveling the Origins of "Malaysia
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Which theory suggests that the word 'Melayu' may derive from the Sanskrit word Himalaya?

  • The theory that it comes from the Javanese word meaning 'to run'.
  • The theory that it comes from the Pamalayu campaign.
  • The theory that it comes from the Sanskrit word Himalaya. (correct)
  • The theory that it comes from the Tamil words malai and ur.

    • What does the Latin-Greek suffix -ia/-ία translate to in English?

  • Mountain city
  • Mountain town
  • Land of the Malays (correct)
  • Land

    • What is the suggested meaning of the Tamil words malai and ur?

  • Mountain and land
  • River and mountain
  • Mountain and city (correct)
  • City and land

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