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Statewise GK · Q251

Madhya Pradesh GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 251

Q251

In ancient time, the Chambal river was also known as

A.
Vetrawati
B.
Charmavati
Answer
C.
Kerawati
D.
None of the above

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The ancient name of the Chambal was Charmanvati, meaning the river on whose banks leather is dried. In due course of time, this river became famous as the river of 'charman' and was named as Charmanvati.