Exploring South Asia

The video explores South Asia, covering its geography, history, and cultural influences. It discusses the Indus Valley Civilization, the impact of the Himalayas, and the region's religious diversity. The colonial history and the partition of India are highlighted, along with the caste system's social implications. The video also examines language diversity and economic growth, concluding with current challenges in the region.

Which river is primarily located in Pakistan?

• Yamuna

• Indus

• Brahmaputra

• Ganges

What is the term for precipitation caused by physical barriers like mountains?

• Orographic

• Cyclonic

• Convectional

• Frontal

What is the tallest mountain in the world?

• Kangchenjunga

• K2

• Mount Everest

• Lhotse

Which religion is considered the world's oldest widely practiced religion?

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Hinduism

• Islam

Which empire was more tolerant of other faiths in South Asia?

• Mughal Empire

• Maurya Empire

• British Empire

• Sultanate of Delhi

When did India gain independence from British rule?

• 1947

• 1952

• 1950

• 1945

Which country was formed from East Pakistan in 1971?

• Bangladesh

• Nepal

• Sri Lanka

• Bhutan

What is the most widely spoken language in India?

• Tamil

• Bengali

• Telugu

• Hindi

What economic change in the early 1990s spurred India's growth?

• Nationalization

• Industrialization

• Free market economy

• Agricultural reforms

Which group regained power in Afghanistan in 2021?

• Al-Qaeda

• Taliban

• ISIS

• Northern Alliance