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12. India and Its Neighbours

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What is the longitudinal extent of India?
India extends from 68°E to 98°E longitude.
Name the three water bodies that surround the Indian peninsula.
The Indian peninsula is surrounded by the Bay of Bengal in the east, the Arabian Sea in the west, and the Indian Ocean in the south.
List India's neighbouring countries that lie along its eastern land boundaries.
India's neighbouring countries along its eastern land boundaries are Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
Which two island nations are India's neighbours in the south?
Sri Lanka and Maldives are India's island neighbours in the south.
What is the significance of the Himalayan Mountain Range for Pakistan's geography?
The Himalayan Mountain Range forms the northern boundary of Pakistan.
Name two important rivers that flow through China.
Two important rivers that flow through China are the Hwang Ho and the Yangtze.
What historical trade connection did India and China share?
India and China historically shared strong trade links through the Silk Route.
Into which plain do many rivers from Nepal flow after entering India?
Many rivers from Nepal flow into the Indo-Gangetic Plain after entering India.
Name the three physical regions of Bhutan.
The three physical regions of Bhutan are the Greater Himalayas, the Lesser Himalayas, and the Dooars Plains.
Which Indian states share borders with Bangladesh?
Bangladesh shares borders with the Indian states of West Bengal, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram.
What famous mangrove forest is found in Bangladesh and extends into India?
The Sundarbans, a large mangrove forest, is found in Bangladesh and extends into India.
What precious stone from Myanmar is used for making jewellery?
Ruby, a precious stone from Myanmar, is used for making jewellery.
What is the India-Myanmar-Thailand (IMT) trilateral highway?
The IMT trilateral highway is a new highway being built to connect India, Myanmar, and Thailand.
What are Sri Lankan tea and spices famous for?
Sri Lankan tea and spices are famous all over the world for their quality.
What is the official language of Afghanistan?
The official language of Afghanistan is Pashto.
What are Afghan rugs known for?
Afghan rugs are very popular around the world.
List any four member countries of SAARC.
Four member countries of SAARC are India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal (any four from the list).
What is a "terrain" in geography?
Terrain refers to the natural physical features of an area of land, such as its hills, plains, or mountains.
Why is India referred to as a subcontinent?
India is referred to as a subcontinent because it is a large, distinct landmass within Asia, separated by major geographical features and having unique cultural aspects.
Which two Chinese monks are known for their travelogues about India?
Hiuen Tsang and Fa-Hien were two famous Chinese monks known for their travelogues about India.
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