Neighbors — Set 7
Geography · पड़ोसी देश · Questions 61–70 of 70
Which force guards the India-Pakistan border?
Correct Answer: D. BSF
The Border Security Force (BSF) is responsible for guarding the India-Pakistan border. It was raised in 1965 to ensure the security of the borders of India. BSF also guards the Indo-Bangladesh border.
What is the currency of Bhutan?
Correct Answer: B. Ngultrum
The Ngultrum is the currency of Bhutan. It is pegged to the Indian Rupee at par. The Indian Rupee is also widely accepted as legal tender in Bhutan.
The 'Zero Line' usually refers to the border near which location?
Correct Answer: D. Agartala
The 'Zero Line' is often used to describe the border close to Agartala, the capital of Tripura, and the Bangladesh border. The city of Agartala lies extremely close to the international boundary. In some places, the border runs through residential areas.
Which state does NOT share a border with Bangladesh?
Correct Answer: B. Nagaland
Nagaland does not share a border with Bangladesh. It borders Myanmar to the east and the Indian states of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, and Manipur. The states bordering Bangladesh are West Bengal, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram.
Which country is India's largest trading partner in South Asia?
Correct Answer: C. Bangladesh
Bangladesh is India's largest trading partner in South Asia. The bilateral trade has grown significantly in recent years. India exports cotton, machinery, and food products to Bangladesh.
Which Indian state has the longest coastline?
Correct Answer: D. Gujarat
Gujarat has the longest coastline among Indian states, measuring approximately 1,600 kilometers. It is bounded by the Arabian Sea. While not a 'neighbor' question per se, the coastline defines India's maritime border with Pakistan.
Which country is the location of the holy site Kailash Mansarovar?
Correct Answer: A. China
Kailash Mansarovar is located in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. It is a sacred pilgrimage site for Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains. Indian pilgrims travel there via passes like Lipulekh and Nathu La.
The 'Teen Bigha Corridor' connects India with which country?
Correct Answer: B. Bangladesh
The Teen Bigha Corridor connects India (West Bengal) and Bangladesh. It allows access to the Bangladeshi enclave of Dahagram-Angarpota. It was a significant step in resolving border enclave issues.
Which country is located closest to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
Correct Answer: D. Myanmar
Myanmar is the country located closest to the northern Andaman Islands (specifically the Coco Islands). Indonesia is closest to the southern Great Nicobar Island. Geographically, Myanmar is the nearest mainland neighbor to the island chain.
Which neighbouring country of India does NOT share a coastline with the Indian Ocean?
Correct Answer: C. Nepal
Nepal is a landlocked country and does not share any coastline with the Indian Ocean or any sea. It is surrounded by India on three sides and China (Tibet) on the north. Sri Lanka is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, Maldives is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean, and Pakistan has a coastline along the Arabian Sea. Nepal's landlocked status makes it dependent on India for access to sea ports for trade.