The literal meaning of the Sanskrit word 'Himalaya' is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The literal meaning of the Sanskrit word 'Himalaya' is:

A. House of gods

B. Peak of clouds

C. Mountain of snow

D. Abode of snow

Answer: Option D

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The name 'Himalaya' comes from the Sanskrit words 'hima' (snow) and 'alaya' (abode), meaning 'abode of snow'[reference:1].

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