First Flight (Prose): Glimpses of India · Class 10 · CBSE English
According to legend, the descent of the people of Coorg is traced back to which group of travelers who got stranded along the coast?
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According to legend, the descent of the people of Coorg is traced back to which group of travelers who got stranded along the coast?
- A.Portuguese
- B.GreekCorrect answer
- C.Arabic
- D.British
Solution
A section of the Coorg people is believed to be of Greek or Arabic descent. The legend states that a part of Alexander's army moved south along the coast and settled here when they could not return to their country.
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