SSC GD 2024 PYQ — Question 34

SSC GD Const (English) - 24 Feb 2024 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q34

Which country is India’s neighbour to the west, sharing a significant border, and is often a topic of geopolitical significance?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Pakistan.

India’s western neighbour, sharing a significant border, is Pakistan. The India-Pakistan border, also known as the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir, is one of the most geopolitically significant regions in South Asia. Tensions and conflicts between the two nations have been a longstanding issue, with both countries holding differing views on territory, especially in the disputed region of Jammu and Kashmir. The border plays a crucial role in shaping bilateral relations and regional stability.