A. Karanchi
B. Kalachi
C. Karanching
D. None of these
Explanation:
Etymology. Before independence, the city was widely known as Karanchi in Urdu, though the English spelling Karachi became more popular over time. Modern Karachi was reputedly founded in 1729 as the settlement of Kolachi-jo-Goth during the rule of Kalhora dynasty.