Geography and Culture of South Asia Quiz

Test your knowledge of South Asian culture and geography with these questions on rivers, mountains, religions, and landmarks. Get ready to explore!

#1

Which river is considered the holiest in Hinduism and holds great cultural significance in South Asia?

Ganges
Indus
Brahmaputra
Yamuna
#2

What is the capital city of India?

Mumbai
Delhi
Kolkata
Chennai
#3

What is the official language of Pakistan?

Urdu
Punjabi
Sindhi
Balochi
#4

Which famous festival, also known as the 'Festival of Lights,' is celebrated by Hindus across South Asia?

Diwali
Holi
Eid al-Fitr
Navratri
#5

Which South Asian country is known for its vibrant and colorful saris?

Pakistan
Bangladesh
India
Sri Lanka
#6

Which mountain range separates South Asia from the rest of Asia to the north?

Himalayas
Andes
Alps
Rocky Mountains
#7

In which country of South Asia is the famous ancient city of Mohenjo-daro located?

India
Pakistan
Nepal
Bangladesh
#8

Which South Asian country is known as the 'Land of the Thunder Dragon'?

Bhutan
Nepal
Sri Lanka
Maldives
#9

Which South Asian country is an island nation located in the Indian Ocean?

Maldives
Sri Lanka
Bangladesh
Bhutan
#10

Which river is the longest in South Asia?

Ganges
Brahmaputra
Indus
Yamuna
#11

What is the main religion practiced in South Asia?

Buddhism
Hinduism
Islam
Sikhism
#12

What is the capital city of Afghanistan?

Kabul
Islamabad
Tehran
Kathmandu
#13

What is the traditional Indian system of medicine that originated in South Asia?

Acupuncture
Ayurveda
Homeopathy
Naturopathy
#14

What is the significance of the city of Varanasi in Hinduism and South Asian culture?

Birthplace of Buddha
City of the Dead
Holy city on the Ganges
Seat of the Mughal Empire
#15

Who was the first woman Prime Minister of India?

Indira Gandhi
Sonia Gandhi
Benazir Bhutto
Sheikh Hasina

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