Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Human Settlements

Question:

Which one of the following is an example of Ancient Town in India?

Options:

Prayag

Hyderabad

Delhi

Mumbai

Correct Answer:

Prayag

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → Prayag

Prayag (also known as Prayagraj) is an example of an ancient town in India.

Ancient Towns : There are number of towns in India having historical background spanning over 2000 years. Most of them developed as religious and cultural centres. Varanasi is one of the important towns among these. Prayag (Allahabad), Pataliputra (Patna), Madurai are some other examples of ancient towns in the country.