GK
NICKNAMES OF PLACES AND RIVERS
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Gurdaspur
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Amritsar
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Patiala
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Chandigarh
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Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is Patiala. Patiala is a city in southeastern Punjab, northwestern India. Patiala state was established in 1763 by Ala Singh, who laid the foundation of the Patiala fort known as Qila Mubarak, around ‘which the present city of Patiala is built. Patiala is also known as the ‘Royal City’.
Detailed explanation-2: -The fifth largest city in Punjab, Patiala is famous for its traditional turban, paranda (tassled tag for braids) and jutti (footwear). Built around a castle known as the Qila Mubarak meaning (or fortunate castle), it is located 65 km away from Chandigarh.
Detailed explanation-3: -Patiala formerly known as “Ala De Patti” because Baba Ala Singh was the founder of this place. In 1763 Baba Ala Singh laid the foundation of “Quila Mubarak”. The city is built around the Qila Mubarak . The area of district Patiala is known as “Malwa”.