The word "Meghalaya" literally means _______in Sanskrit.
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The land of houses
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The land of ice
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The pool of water
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The Abode of Clouds
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Meghalaya literally means The Abode of Clouds in Sanskrit - Megha (cloud) + Alaya (abode). This name was chosen due to the states high cloud cover and heavy rainfall, particularly at Cherrapunji and Mawsynram. Options A, B, and C are incorrect translations not related to the states etymology.