Political Geography Of India - Study Mode

[#181] Which of the following country is not a member of BRICS association?
Correct Answer

(C) Iceland

Explanation

Solution: Iceland is not a member of BRICS association. BRICS is acronym for association of five member countries:- Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. This association was set up in 2009 after Yekaterinburg summit in Russia.

[#182] Which state does not share a common border with Chhattisgarh?
Correct Answer

(A) Andhra Pradesh

Explanation

Solution: Andhra Pradesh does not share a common border with Chhattisgarh. The border of Chattisgarh is shared by Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Telangana, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh.

[#183] The border of Union Territory of Puducherry does not meet with
Correct Answer

(A) Karnataka

Explanation

Solution: The border of Union Territory of Puducherry does not meet with Karnataka. Puducherry is spread over 3 states:- Yanam - Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry & Karaikal - Tamil Nadu and Mahe - Kerala.

[#184] Which district of Himachal Pradesh touches the border of China?
Correct Answer

(A) Kinnaur

Explanation

Solution: Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh touches the border of China. Chitkul (Chittkul) is a village in Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh. It is the last inhabited village near the Indo-China border. The Indian road ends here.

[#185] The EEZ (Exclusive Economic Zone) of India is
Correct Answer

(B) 360 km

Explanation

Solution: The EEZ (Exclusive Economic Zone) of India is 360 km. Exclusive Economic Zone is an area beyond to the territorial sea. Extending seaward to 200 nmi (360 km) out from its coastline.