Southern Asia Geography and Culture Quiz

Which mountain range forms the northern border of Southern Asia?

• Hindu Kush Mountains

• Himalayan Mountains

• Karakoram Range

• Atlas Mountains

What percentage of the world's total land area does Southern Asia cover?

• 15.32%

• 9.45%

• 11.71%

• 13.89%

Which country in Southern Asia is known as the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean"?

• Maldives

• Bangladesh

• Pakistan

• Sri Lanka

What is the capital city of Pakistan?

• Islamabad

• Karachi

• Lahore

• Peshawar

Which country is the world's second-largest exporter of western clothing brands?

• India

• Pakistan

• Bangladesh

• Nepal

During which months do the wet monsoons occur in Southern Asia?

• October to April

• March to May

• June to September

• January to March

What is the main source of power generation in Sri Lanka?

• Solar power

• Wind power

• Nuclear power

• Hydropower

Which city is the capital of India?

• Mumbai

• New Delhi

• Kolkata

• Bangalore

How many islands approximately make up the Maldives?

• 800

• 1,000

• 1,200

• 1,500

Who led peaceful resistance movements against British forces in India?

• Nehru

• Gandhi

• Tagore

• Bose