Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, separated from India by a narrow channel. It features diverse geography with flat plains and central highlands. The climate is tropical, influenced by monsoons, with distinct wet and dry zones. The country is culturally diverse, with a majority Sinhalese Buddhist population and significant Tamil and Moor communities. Colombo, the largest city, has a rich history as a port. Sri Lanka, once known as Ceylon, was part of the British Empire. It boasts high biodiversity but faces environmental challenges like deforestation. The economy relies on tea, clothing, and gemstone exports.

What is the highest peak in Sri Lanka?

• Mount Everest

• Mount Elbrus

• Pidurutalagala

• Adam's Peak

Which city is the largest in Sri Lanka and has served as a port for over 2000 years?

• Galle

• Jaffna

• Colombo

• Kandy

During which colonial period was Sri Lanka known as Ceylon?

• Portuguese

• Dutch

• British

• French

What is the primary reason for the reduction of Sri Lanka's forest cover?

• Urbanization

• Agriculture

• Mining

• Tea Plantations

Which of the following is NOT a major export of Sri Lanka?

• Tea

• Clothing

• Gemstones

• Oil