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Correct Answer: Option C — **Australia**. **Australia** is conventionally known as **“Land of Kangaroos”**. The name is connected with kangaroos being native animals and widely recognised symbols of Australia; its regional identity is Oceania. This combination of nickname, geographical setting and identifying feature makes Option C correct. Geographical epithets are conventional exam expressions rather than official administrative names, so the safest method is to memorise each epithet with its exact place and the physical, cultural or economic reason behind it. Why the other options are incorrect: Option A — **Belgium**: This place is conventionally associated with **“Cockpit of Europe”**, linked to its strategic location and the many major European conflicts fought on or near its territory. Remembering its actual epithet and regional identity—Western Europe—explains the precise difference from the epithet asked in the question. Option B — **Jodhpur**: This place is conventionally associated with **“Blue City”**, linked to the blue-painted houses visible in its old city near Mehrangarh Fort. Remembering its actual epithet and regional identity—Rajasthan, India—explains the precise difference from the epithet asked in the question. Option D — **Bhubaneswar**: This place is conventionally associated with **“Temple City of India”**, linked to its large concentration of historic Kalinga-style temples, including Lingaraja Temple. Remembering its actual epithet and regional identity—Odisha, India—explains the precise difference from the epithet asked in the question. Exam Takeaway: Remember **Land of Kangaroos — Australia** for quick revision of **Geographical Epithets GK**.
