GK
NICKNAMES OF PLACES AND RIVERS
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Question
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Which state is known as “Mini Mumbai"?
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Coorg
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Bhopal
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Indore
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Coimbatore
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Indore is a bustling city. Once the capital of Holkars, today, it serves as the commercial capital of the state of Madhya Pradesh. It is a ‘smart city’ boasting of a rich past. What is particularly fascinating about this city is its uncanny resemblance to Mumbai – the land of dreams and the financial capital of India.
Detailed explanation-2: -Etymology. Gupta inscriptions name Indore as ‘Indrapura’. It is believed that the city is named after its Indreshwar Mahadev Temple, where Indra is the presiding deity. It is believed that Indra himself did Tapasya (meditation) in this place and led sage Swami Indrapuri to establish the temple.
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