Multiple choice general knowledge

According to mythology this city was ruled by a demon named mahishasura .

  1. Mahabubnagar

  2. Mysore

  3. Mahwa

  4. Mohania

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B Correct answer
Explanation

According to Hindu mythology, Mysore was ruled by the demon Mahishasura, who could change form between human and buffalo. The city's name comes from 'Mahishasurana Ooru' meaning Mahishasura's city, and the demon was killed by the goddess Chamundeshwari.