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Statewise GK · Q25

West Bengal GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 25

Q25

In ancient Sanskrit literature Bengal is known as

A.
Gauda
B.
Vanga
C.
Bangla
D.
Both (A) and (B)
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
Bengal is known as 'Gauda' or 'Vanga' in ancient Sanskrit literature. It was also known as 'Gangaridai' to the ancient Greeks and Romans.