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Geography GK · Q58

Miscellaneous Indian Geography

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 58

Q58

According to historical geography Bharata Varaha is a part of

A.
Pushkharadweepa
B.
Jambudweep
Answer
C.
Kraunchidweepa
D.
Kushadweepa

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
According to historical geography Bharata Varaha is a part of Jambudweep. According to our Indian geography in the ancient times, the entire landmass in the northern hemisphere was encircled by ocean in all the directions. This giant land mass on earth was called Jambudvipa. In Sanskrit language dwipa means an Island. Jambudveepa consisted of modern Asia, Europe, Africa and North America.