Which one of the following is the name of Ethiopian capital?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa means “New Flower” (Addis = New, Ababa = Flower). It was founded in 1878.
Note: This question is taken from the pre-rationalised NCERT book. The latest edition (2026-27) does not have this part. An extract of the pre-rationalised NCERT book is given below for the benefit of students.
Pre-rationalised NCERT: “Addis Ababa (The New Flower) … The name of Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa, as the name indicates (Addis-New, Ababa-Flower) is a ‘new’ city which was established in 1878.” |