International Borders
6 reference items
Which boundary line separates the sovereign territories of Pakistan and Afghanistan?
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Durand Line
Explanation
The 1893 Durand Line demarcates the boundary between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Which boundary line was drawn to partition British India in 1947?
A
Radcliffe Line
Explanation
Sir Cyril Radcliffe drew the boundary partitioning Punjab and Bengal.
Which border line separates the territories of India and China?
A
McMahon Line
Explanation
The McMahon Line demarcates the disputed border between Northeast India and Tibet.
Which parallel line serves as the heavily fortified border between North and South Korea?
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38th Parallel
Explanation
The 38th Parallel separates North and South Korea following WWII.
Which parallel line forms the peaceful international border between the USA and Canada?
A
49th Parallel
Explanation
The 49th Parallel establishes the boundary from the Lake of the Woods to the Strait of Georgia.
Which line marks the military division between Indian-administered and Pakistani-administered Kashmir?
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Line of Control
Explanation
The Line of Control (LoC) was established after the Simla Agreement of 1972.