It was said that the body of Gayasura was transformed into the series of rocky hills that make up th...........

Bihar History

It was said that the body of Gayasura was transformed into the series of rocky hills that make up the landscape of _______________.

Patna

Bhagalpur

Gaya

Muzaffarpur

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Explanation:

Gaya is named after the demon Gayasur (meaning "the demon Gaya"). According to Vayu Purana, Gaya was the name of a demon (Asura) whose body became pious after he performed strict penance and secured blessings from Lord Vishnu. It was said that the body of Gayasura was transformed into the series of rocky hills that make up the landscape of Gaya.