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It is well known that Mumbai was known as Bombay before being renamed in December 1995. What was the name given to Bombay by the Portuguese before it passed into the hands of the British?

  1. Mapusa

  2. Mumbai

  3. Bardez

  4. Bom Bahai
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Explanation

The Portuguese called Bombay 'Bom Bahia' (Good Bay) when they acquired it in the 16th century. The name was later anglicized to Bombay by the British. 'Bom Bahai' is a slight misspelling but clearly references the correct Portuguese name.

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