GK
INDIAN GEOGRAPHY
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Darjeeling
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Gangtok
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Oottacamand
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Shillong
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Detailed explanation-1: -Notes: The name Darjeeling comes from the Tibetan word ‘dorje, ‘ meaning the thunderbolt scepter of the Hindu deity Indra, and ling, a place or land. So it means ‘place of the thunderbolt. ‘ Located in the Mahabharata Range or Lesser Himalaya, Darjeeling is situated in West Bengal.
Detailed explanation-2: -4.6. Rating. Unlock Full Solution (Free) The Correct Answer is Option 1 i.e Bhutan. Bhutan: It is called the Land of Thunderbolt, due to the violent and large thunderstorms that whip down through the valleys from the Himalayas.
Detailed explanation-3: -Darjeeling is a large and planned hill resort. Darjeeling’s location is at such a high altitude that it is sure to enchant you. Contributing to this is the hills station’s rich flora and fauna, as well as her cold weather, which has earned her the title “The Queen of Hills."