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ASIA 3 Flashcards

1
Q

Ranked the second-most
populous country in the
world AND the first country to
mine diamonds.

A

India

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2
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seen as the “Jewel in the Crown” of
the British Empire

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India

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3
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was an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist and political ethicist who employed nonviolent resistance to lead the successful campaign for India’s independence from British rule.

A

Mohammad
Gandhi

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4
Q

The world’s highest
mountain range

A

the Himalaya

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5
Q

in the Indian culture, is considered to
be a Holy animal

A

COW

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6
Q

CAPITAL OF INDIA

A

NEW DEHLI

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7
Q

The world’s tallest
brick building is
located in Delhi

A

the Qutb Minar

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8
Q

POPULAR CITIES OF INDIA

A

Mumbai
Jaipur
Jodhpur

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9
Q

Known as “Pink City” and Paris of India

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Jaipur

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10
Q

the most expensive hotel in the
world

A

The Raj Mahal Palace Hotel

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11
Q

Blue City and Known for the rare breed of
horses known as Marwari or
Malani, which are only
found here.

A

JODHPUR

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12
Q

one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It was named after Mumtaz Mahal, who was the favorite wife of Shah Jahan

A

Taj Mahal

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13
Q

Also called Lal Qalʿ
ah, it was home
to emperors of the formidable
Mughal dynasty for almost 200
years, until 1857 when the British
took over

A

RED FORT

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14
Q

The most important religious place to
the Sikhs. It is here that Sage Valmiki wrote the epic, Ramayana

A

GOLDEN TEMPLE

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15
Q

known as “the tropical paradise”

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Maldives

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16
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the predominant religion in the Maldives

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Islam

17
Q

It is the biggest city and the capital of the Maldives.

A

Male

18
Q

an artificial island in the Maldives located south of the North Male Atoll, and it is most famous amongst tourists who arrive in the Maldives

A

Hulhumale

19
Q

Popular cities in maldives

A

Hulhumale
Addu

20
Q

originally meant “woman’s face”. The island, seen from above, today has a shape that reminds of a heart

A

ALIMATHAA

21
Q

the World’s Flattest Country

A

Maldives

22
Q

Maldives’ National Tree

A

The Coconut Tree

23
Q

“The blessed Island” Is a pear-shaped small island in the Indian Ocean

A

Sri Lanka.

24
Q

The current capital of Sri Lanka

A

Colombo

25
Q

a city located in the Central Province of Sri Lanka.

Second-largest city in the country after Colombo and is known for its cultural and historical significance.

Also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A

KANDY

26
Q

UNESCO World Heritage Site and is also known as the Lion Rock. An ancient rock fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

A

SIGIRIYA

27
Q

A multi-purpose tower that serves as a broadcasting tower, a tourist attraction, and a shopping and dining destination.

A

COLOMBO LOTUS TOWER

28
Q

symbolizes purity and enlightment in Buddhist culture.

A

Lotus Flower

29
Q

A wildlife sanctuary located in the southeast of Sri Lanka.
Second-largest national park in the country

A

Yala National Park

30
Q

A Buddhist temple located in the city of Kandy that houses the tooth of the relic.

A

TEMPLE OF THE TOOTH RELIC

31
Q

Means “lion’s blood” and the lion is the central image on the national flag.

A

Sinhala

32
Q

the country of the Mount Everest, the highest mountain peak in the world, and the Birthplace of Gautama Buddha- Lumbini

A

Nepal

33
Q

The capital and major urban city of Nepal.

A

kathmandu

34
Q

known for its ancient temples, palaces, and art. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and is famous for its intricate metalwork, stone carving, and wood carving.

A

Patan

35
Q

Most Popular Cities IN NEPAL

A

Patan
Pokhara

36
Q

the birthplace of the Buddha

A

LUMBINI

37
Q

This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to a wide range of wildlife, including tigers, rhinoceroses, and elephants.

A

CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK

38
Q

Nepal has a unique flag

A

triangular flag

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