Geography of the Indian Subcontinent Quiz

What is the Indian subcontinent also known as?

• Southeast Asia

• East Asia

• Middle East

• Central Asia

Which river is very important to traditional Hindu cultures?

• Nile River

• Ganges River

• Amazon River

• Mississippi River

What natural disaster is a risk in the South Asian continent?

• Blizzards

• Tornadoes

• Earthquakes

• Volcanic eruptions

Which country in the Indian subcontinent is known for producing opium?

• Bangladesh

• Sri Lanka

• Afghanistan

• Nepal

Which language family is largely spoken in the South Asian continent?

• Germanic

• Romance

• Slavic

• Dravidian

What is the literacy rate in India?

• 64%

• 94%

• 84%

• 74%

What is the disputed region between India and Pakistan?

• Tibet

• Bhutan

• Sikkim

• Kashmir

What makes the border between India and Pakistan incredibly tense?

• Cultural festivals

• Economic cooperation

• Nuclear weapons

• Peace treaties

Which body of water is not mentioned as a key body of water in South Asia?

• Indus River

• Nile River

• Bay of Bengal

• Arabian Sea

Which region in the Indian subcontinent has a very high population density?

• Himalayan mountains

• New Delhi

• Afghanistan

• Ganges River