Multiple choice general knowledge sports

The word "Malaysia" comes from which word?

  1. Malas

  2. Mal+Asia

  3. Magalaya

  4. Malaiyur(melayur)

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Explanation

The name 'Malaysia' derives from 'Malay' or 'Malaya' (Sanskrit/Tamil origins referring to hill country), with the Latin 'Asia' added. The Tamil/Sanskrit term 'Malaiyur' or 'Melayur' (mountainous region) is the accepted etymological root.