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Question

Which of the following country does not share a land boundary with India?

The correct answer is
Maldives

Identifying India's Non-Bordering Country

The question asks to identify which country among the given options does not share a land boundary with India. Understanding India's geographical neighbors is key to answering this.

India's Land Neighbors

  • India shares land boundaries with several countries.
  • These neighboring countries include: Pakistan, Afghanistan (small portion), China, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Analyzing the Options

Let's examine the options provided:

  • Bangladesh: Shares a significant land boundary with India.
  • Maldives: This is an island nation located southwest of mainland India in the Indian Ocean. It does not share any land boundary with India.
  • Myanmar: Shares a land boundary with India's northeastern states.
  • China: Shares a long and complex land boundary with India, particularly along the Himalayas.

Based on geographical facts, the Maldives is the only country in the list that is separated from India by sea and does not share a land boundary.

Conclusion: The Maldives does not share a land boundary with India.

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