Question

Which ancient indian city's name is derived from a sanskrit word meaning military establishment?

Answer 1

Cuttack District is one of the oldest Districts of Odisha. It is an important city and District headquarters. Cuttack, which lends its name to the District, is known as the business capital of Odisha. The word Cuttack derives its name from the anglicized Sanskrit word “Kataka”, which has two meanings-one being military camp and the other being the seat of government, protected by the army. Literally, it also means the fort, referring to the ancient Barabati Fort, around which the city developed. This city takes pride in the fact that it had been the capital of Odisha, before it’s shifting to Bhubaneswar during 1948.