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What is the oldest name of Himachal Pradesh?
17. What is the oldest name of Himachal Pradesh?
- No old name
- Mata bhumi
- Kilita
- Trigarta
Answer
The correct answer is: D) Trigarta
Explanation
Trigarta:The state lay in the foothills drained by three rivers, i.e. Ravi, Beas and Satluj and hence the name. It is believed to have been an independent republic. Kuluta:The kingdom of Kilita was situated in the upper Beas valley which is also known as the Kully valley. Its capital was Naggar.