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How many Indian States share their boundary with Nepal ?

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UPSSSC PET 2021 Question Paper (24-Aug-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is

Five

Indian States Bordering Nepal Explained

This section provides a clear answer and explanation regarding the number of Indian states that share a border with Nepal. Understanding these geographical boundaries is key to comprehending India's northern border interactions.

Identifying Indian States with a Nepal Border

Nepal, a landlocked country, shares a significant border with India to its south, east, and west. To determine how many Indian states share this border, we need to identify the specific states that lie adjacent to Nepal.

States Sharing Boundary with Nepal

The Indian states that share a direct land boundary with Nepal are:

  • Sikkim
  • West Bengal
  • Bihar
  • Uttar Pradesh
  • Uttarakhand

Determining the Total Count

By listing the states that have a frontier with Nepal, we can count them. Each of the five states mentioned above has a segment of the India-Nepal border running through it. Therefore, the total number of Indian states sharing a boundary with Nepal is five.

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