Multiple choice general knowledge

shamara

  1. pillow

  2. handfan

  3. umbrella

  4. bed

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

In Sanskrit, 'śamara' (शमर) or 'chamara' (चमर) refers to a handfan - specifically a yak-tail or palm-leaf fan used for fanning royalty or deities in ceremonial contexts. It's not a 'pillow' (śayya), 'umbrella' (chatra), or 'bed' (śayyā).