Mapping the Future: The Role of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in India’s Development Planning
Introduction In an era where data-driven decision-making is paramount, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) emerge as…
MCQs on India’s Border Geography: Strategic and Environmental Concerns
- Which country shares the longest land border with India?
a) Bangladesh
b) Pakistan
c) China
d) Nepal
Answer: a) Bangladesh - What is the total length of India’s land borders?
a) 14,000 km
b) 15,000 km
c) 16,000 km
d) 17,000 km
Answer: a) 15,000 km - Which mountain range forms a natural border between India and China?
a) Himalayas
b) Aravalli
c) Western Ghats
d) Vindhya
Answer: a) Himalayas - The Line of Control (LoC) separates which two countries?
a) India and Nepal
b) India and Pakistan
c) India and Bangladesh
d) India and China
Answer: b) India and Pakistan - Which of the following states does not share a border with China?
a) Arunachal Pradesh
b) Sikkim
c) Meghalaya
d) Ladakh
Answer: c) Meghalaya - Which river acts as a natural boundary between India and Bangladesh?
a) Ganges
b) Brahmaputra
c) Teesta
d) Indus
Answer: c) Teesta - What is the significance of the Siliguri Corridor for India?
a) It connects North-East India to the rest of the country.
b) It is a major trade route to Bangladesh.
c) It separates Bangladesh from Bhutan.
d) It is a wildlife sanctuary.
Answer: a) It connects North-East India to the rest of the country. - Which international treaty governs the boundary between India and Bhutan?
a) Treaty of Peace
b) Treaty of Amity
c) Indo-Bhutan Treaty of Friendship
d) Simla Agreement
Answer: c) Indo-Bhutan Treaty of Friendship - The Siachen Glacier is located in which region?
a) Kashmir
b) Ladakh
c) Himachal Pradesh
d) Uttarakhand
Answer: b) Ladakh - Which of the following is a major environmental concern for India’s border regions?
a) Deforestation
b) Urbanization
c) Soil erosion
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above - The India-China border dispute is primarily centered around which region?
a) Ladakh
b) Arunachal Pradesh
c) Both a and b
d) Jammu and Kashmir
Answer: c) Both a and b - Which Indian state shares its border with the most countries?
a) Jammu and Kashmir
b) Arunachal Pradesh
c) Sikkim
d) Uttarakhand
Answer: b) Arunachal Pradesh - The term ‘Great Himalaya’ refers to which of the following?
a) The eastern range of the Himalayas
b) The southern range of the Himalayas
c) The central range of the Himalayas
d) The highest range of the Himalayas
Answer: d) The highest range of the Himalayas - Which of the following is a strategic concern for India in the context of its border with Pakistan?
a) Illegal immigration
b) Cross-border terrorism
c) Water disputes
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above - Which state has the highest number of border districts with Bangladesh?
a) West Bengal
b) Assam
c) Meghalaya
d) Tripura
Answer: a) West Bengal - Which of the following mountain ranges does not form a border with India?
a) Karakoram
b) Himalayas
c) Ural
d) Western Ghats
Answer: c) Ural - The India-Nepal border is primarily defined by which of the following?
a) Rivers
b) Historical treaties
c) Mountain ranges
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above - Which environmental issue is exacerbated by military presence in border regions?
a) Wildlife conservation
b) Water pollution
c) Climate change
d) Soil degradation
Answer: d) Soil degradation - The Brahmaputra River forms a border between India and which country?
a) Bangladesh
b) Bhutan
c) Myanmar
d) China
Answer: d) China - What is the significance of the McMahon Line?
a) It is a historical treaty line with Pakistan.
b) It is a boundary line between India and China.
c) It marks the border with Bangladesh.
d) It separates India from Nepal.
Answer: b) It is a boundary line between India and China. - Which Indian state is known for its tea gardens that are located near the border with China?
a) Assam
b) Arunachal Pradesh
c) West Bengal
d) Sikkim
Answer: b) Arunachal Pradesh - What role do rivers play in India’s border geography?
a) They are used for trade.
b) They serve as natural boundaries.
c) They enhance biodiversity.
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above - The strategic importance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is primarily due to their location near which waters?
a) Arabian Sea
b) Bay of Bengal
c) Indian Ocean
d) South China Sea
Answer: c) Indian Ocean - What is the main cause of cross-border conflicts in the region?
a) Water sharing
b) Historical treaties
c) Ethnic diversity
d) Territorial claims
Answer: d) Territorial claims - Which of the following agreements relates to the management of water resources between India and Bangladesh?
a) Ganges Water Sharing Agreement
b) Indus Waters Treaty
c) Mahakali Treaty
d) Teesta Water Sharing Agreement
Answer: d) Teesta Water Sharing Agreement - Which international organization is often involved in mediating border disputes in the region?
a) United Nations
b) World Bank
c) BRICS
d) ASEAN
Answer: a) United Nations - Which of the following is a major threat to biodiversity in India’s border regions?
a) Urban development
b) Deforestation
c) Climate change
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above - The India-Pakistan border is primarily characterized by which type of geography?
a) Desert
b) Mountainous
c) Plains
d) Riverine
Answer: b) Mountainous - The term ‘Buffer State’ is often used in the context of which neighboring country of India?
a) Bhutan
b) Bangladesh
c) Pakistan
d) Nepal
Answer: a) Bhutan - What is a significant environmental challenge posed by the increasing population in border regions?
a) Overfishing
b) Habitat loss
c) Water scarcity
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
These questions cover various aspects of India’s border geography, including strategic, environmental, and geopolitical concerns.
