South Asia Quiz

Followers of this religion hope to achieve nirvana or enlightenment.

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Islam

• Judaism

Which religion originated in South Asia and is practiced by a majority in India?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

What is the highest mountain in South Asia?

• Mount Fuji

• Mount Everest

• K2

• Mount Kilimanjaro

Who was the leader that led India to independence in 1947?

• Mahatma Gandhi

• Jawaharlal Nehru

• Muhammad Ali Jinnah

• Indira Gandhi

What is the main economic activity in rural areas of South Asia?

• Manufacturing

• Agriculture

• Information Technology

• Tourism

Which South Asian country has experienced significant economic growth due to the IT industry?

• Nepal

• Bhutan

• India

• Afghanistan

Which river is considered the most sacred in Hinduism and is crucial to the culture of South Asia?

• Yangtze

• Nile

• Ganges

• Amazon

Which South Asian country is a leading producer of textiles and garments?

• Pakistan

• India

• Bangladesh

• Sri Lanka

What is a major challenge facing the economies of South Asia today?

• Declining tourism

• Oil shortages

• Population growth

• Lack of technological advancement

What is the holy book of Islam called?

• The Bible

• The Torah

• The Bhagavad Gita

• The Quran