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Statewise GK · Q58

Odisha GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 58

Q58

Which literary source mentions about Kalinga and Odra and its sacred river Baitarani and Goddess Viraja?

A.
Vayu Purana
B.
Manu Smriti
C.
The Mahabharata
Answer
D.
None of the above

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Kalinga and Odra are first mentioned in the Mahabharata. This land, as well as its sacred river Vaitarani and Goddess Viraja, are mentioned in the Mahabharata.