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From which godess mumbai name came?

  1. Maha Amba

  2. Maha Kali

  3. Maha Devi

  4. Maha ansuia
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The name Mumbai derives from Mumba Devi, the patron goddess of the city. The suffix 'bai' in Marathi means 'lady' or 'mother,' making 'Maha Amba' the correct representation. Mumba Devi Temple dedicated to this goddess still exists in Mumbai, and the city's name reflects its deep religious and cultural heritage.

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