What is the ancient name of Bhavnagar?

Jhalawar
Gohilwad
Malawad
Bhavpur

The ancient name of Bhavnagar is Bhavpur. It was founded in 1729 by Bhavsinhji Gohil, the 11th Thakore of Gohilwad. The city was originally named Bhavnagar after its founder, but it was later renamed Bhavpur in 1733. The city was renamed Bhavnagar again in 1877.

A. Jhalawar is a city in Rajasthan, India. It is the headquarters of Jhalawar district. The city was founded in the 15th century by Rao Jhala, a Rajput ruler.

B. Gohilwad is a region in Gujarat, India. It is the homeland of the Gohil Rajputs. The region was ruled by the Gohil Rajputs from the 12th century to the 19th century.

C. Malawad is a region in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is the homeland of the Malwa Rajputs. The region was ruled by the Malwa Rajputs from the 13th century to the 16th century.