Multiple choice general knowledge

The lords among the Britishers tied their horses in large stables here. Veterinary Doctors used to attend on these horses if needed at this place. So it was known as GODA-BAGH for along time. Its present name is

  1. nungambakkam

  2. godanagar

  3. kodambakkam

  4. kodaikkanal

  5. race course road

  6. guindy
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Explanation

GODA-BAGH literally translates to 'garden of horses' in Persian/Urdu, where 'GODA' relates to horses and 'BAGH' means garden. This name was given because British officers tied their horses in large stables here, with veterinary doctors attending to them. The place is now known as Kodambakkam, a well-known area in Chennai. The etymology reflects the area's colonial history and equestrian connections.

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