Maharashtra

Alternative forms

• Maharastra

Origin

From Sanskrit महाराष्ट्र (mahārāṣṭra), derived from महा- (mahā-), combining form of महत् (mahat) "great" + राष्ट्र (rāṣṭra). In Sanskrit, the word rāṣṭra means "nation" or "dominion". Other theories indicate that the word "rāṣṭra" in this context derives from ratta (a corruption of "Rashtrakuta", a dynasty that once ruled the area), a clan known as "rāṣṭrika" (found in some of King Ashoka's inscriptions) or "ratha" (chariot).

Full definition of Maharashtra

Proper noun

1. State in western India which has Mumbai (formerly known as Bombay) as its capital.