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Pashmina wool, also known as cashmere, is obtained from the undercoat of the Himalayan mountain goat (specifically the Changthangi breed). These goats are found in the high-altitude regions of Ladakh, Nepal, and Tibet. The fine, soft wool is combed from the goat's undercoat during spring molting season. Sheep, deer, and rams are not sources of authentic Pashmina.

African elephants have the longest gestation period of any land mammal, approximately 22 months (nearly two years). Among the given options, twenty-one months is the closest to this biological fact. One year is too short, while six and nine months are typical of much smaller mammals. This long pregnancy allows for proper development of the elephant calf's large brain and body.

Margao is historically known as the 'Athens of Goa' due to its cultural and intellectual prominence during Portuguese colonial rule. It was a center for education, literature, and arts, much like Athens was in ancient Greece. The city hosted many prominent Goan writers, artists, and intellectuals. Panjim is the capital, Mapusa is a commercial town, and Vasco is a port city - none are called the Athens of Goa.

Lord Shiva is known as the God of Destruction in the Hindu trimurti (trinity), alongside Brahma (Creator) and Vishnu (Preserver). Shiva's role involves dissolution and transformation, which is essential for regeneration. Brahma creates, Vishnu maintains, and Shiva dissolves to complete the cosmic cycle.

Goddess Saraswati is the Hindu deity of wisdom, knowledge, music, arts, and learning. She is typically depicted holding a veena (musical instrument) and seated on a lotus. Durga represents power, Lakshmi is wealth, and Parvati is Shiva's consort.

Goddess Lakshmi is the Hindu deity of wealth, prosperity, and fortune. She is the consort of Lord Vishnu and is worshipped during Diwali, the festival of lights. Saraswati represents wisdom, Durga embodies power, and Parvati is the divine mother.

Goddess Parvati is the form of Shakti (divine feminine energy) and is the consort of Lord Shiva. She represents the complete manifestation of goddess energy. Lakshmi and Saraswati are other forms of Shakti, but Parvati is specifically associated with the term 'Shakti' in many contexts.

Reita Faria, a Goan beauty, became the first Indian to win the Miss World title in 1966. She was a medical student at the time and later became a doctor. This was a significant milestone as India's first major international beauty pageant victory.

Lord Brahma is known as the God of Creation in the Hindu trimurti. He is responsible for creating the universe and all beings. Vishnu is the preserver, Mahesh (another name for Shiva) is the destroyer, and Ganesha is the remover of obstacles.