Name the country.

There’s so much ‘unity in diversity’ in this country that it gives India a good run for its money. Not only in terms of it’s ethnic make-up, but they too had to oust the British to gain independence.

It is also one of two members of the CARICOM (Caribbean Community Organization) which is not part of the Caribbean Island chain.

It’s neighbouring countries were all part of what was once the (a)   s. Split between the British, the Dutch and the last one still remains with the French as an overseas territory. Making it to the only EU territory on the South American Mainland.

What is the name of this place?

In 2014, a Virginia man took a flight to Cairo and spent another 14 hours in a Caravan trekking across the desert to to plant a flag designed by his children. Proclaiming the ‘Kingdom of North Sudan’.

In 2018, an IT Entrepreneur from India, Suyash Dixit travelled to the same place and laid claim to ‘The Kingdom of Dixit’. To further solidify his footing, he planted a tree. Unfortunately for him, this is one of the most arid lands in the world.

In 2010, someone who called himself ‘King Henry I’ simply decided to write a blog post declaring that himself as ruler of the Kingdom of (a)   . He has also rolled out offers for citizenship. As of today, there are 14 citizens of the Kingdom. None of whom live there.

None of the above has been recognised by the UN.

What is this place called?

________ _______ (6, 5) is a coral reef in the Marshall Islands. No one lives here anymore as the inhabitants were relocated after converting the place into a US nuclear test site.

The first part of the word is derived from the Marshallese word for ‘Coconut’. Which was borrowed by French automotive engineer Louis Reard when he introduced a design for his two piece beachwear.

The second part of the word is derived from the Dhivehi word އަތޮޅު (pronounced a-θoll-hu), which means ‘Palm of the hand’.

(a)  

What is this X?

A Salient or a X is often a long, narrow strip of land which projects from the main body of a geopolitical entity. It has been termed X because it resembles a part of a very common cookware.

One in which you might fry up some eggs and bacon (or poriyal).

Other less common descriptors include ‘chimney’, ‘stovepipe’ and ‘boot-heel’.

(a)  

ID A and B

A and B are two geopolitical entities (Eg: Countries, states, counties, etc.).

B is completely enclaved by A. An enclave is a territory/region of one geopolitical entity which is completely surrounded by another.

If you were to drive from point A to B, you would have crossed jurisdictions approximately 8 times. Luckily, the two governments don’t seem to care and allow for free movement of people. Except when you’re carrying a particular commodity which is available for cheap in A.

(a)  

Who uses this alphabet?

Their name originates from the rather insulting Greek word ‘barbaros’ (barbarians) coined by the Romans. In modern times, they’ve been pushing the global community to accept a more ‘noble’ alternative, befitting their history and culture.

Though they are indigenous to the Arabic speaking ‘Maghreb’ region of Northern Africa, they wouldn’t be too pleased if you call them an Arab. You’re most likely to run into one in Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia or even northern Mali. Despite this, this people group does not form a drastic majority in any of these countries.

(a)  

In which country did this scene happen?

You're driving along State Highway - 1 with the Pacific Ocean to your right and the North Island only a few kilometres away. You decide to stop for a few minutes to take in the view. That's when a friendly stranger approaches and says, "Kia Ora!"

(a)  

Which country's flag?

Also known as the sinimustvalge, this Baltic country has a rather unique approach to designing their flag.

The blue is for the vaulted blue sky above the native land, the black for the distinctive trees in their forests which cover 50% of their land area and white for snow. Of course, the black also represents the fate of (a)   s — for centuries black with worries.

These days, they enjoy a much better state of affairs with a rising technology industry.