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What is the other name of Varanasi?

  1. Asana

  2. Benares

  3. Bahuvrihi

  4. Dharma
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Explanation

Varanasi, one of the oldest living cities in the world, is also called Benares (or Banaras). This ancient city on the banks of the Ganges is also known as Kashi. The name 'Benares' comes from the Sanskrit 'Varanasi' and was widely used during British colonial times.

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