Which among the following is known as “Meadow of Gold”?

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Correct Answer: Option D — Sonmarg

In the Kashmiri language, Sonmarg literally translates to "Meadow of Gold" (Sone = Gold, Marg = Meadow). It is a famous hill station in the Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir, known for its breathtaking alpine meadows, snow-clad peaks, and proximity to the Thajiwas Glacier.

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