Exploring Bhutan and Nepal's Unique Position in South Asia

Which two major powers is Nepal situated between?

• India and China

• Russia and India

• China and Russia

• China and Japan

What did the British want from Nepal that led to conflict?

• Trade concessions

• Territorial annexation

• Military alliance

• Cultural exchange

What was the outcome of the British-Nepalese conflict?

• Nepal conquered British territories

• Nepal was divided between Britain and China

• Nepal retained independence with concessions

• Nepal became a British colony

Why did Sikkim become an Indian protectorate?

• It lost a war to Nepal

• It was part of the British Empire

• It was conquered by India

• It voluntarily joined India

What was China's claim to the Himalayan states based on?

• Extensions of Tibet

• Cultural similarities

• Economic interests

• Historical conquests