Multiple choice general knowledge

Its current name is based on Mr.Syed Khan. But was previously called KAARANI. Name it .

  1. thirukarani

  2. thiruvateshwaranpet

  3. saidapet

  4. thiruvallikeni
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Explanation

Saidapet derives from 'Syed Khan' + 'pet' (area), replacing the earlier name 'Kaarani'. The name evolved from a Muslim noble's influence in the region. Distractors: Thirukarani shares the 'karani' root but is different; Thiruvateshwaranpet and Thiruvallikeni (Triplicane) are other Chennai areas with unrelated etymologies.

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