Question 1

Agra is the home to which Indian tourist attraction?&#10;A) The Palace of the Winds&#10;B) The Taj Mahal&#10;C) Fatehpur Sikri&#10;D) Jodhpur

Accepted Answer

The Taj Mahal is one of the most recognizable Indian landmarks and is located in Agra. The Palace of the Winds is located in Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri is also located near Agra, and Jodhpur is located in the state of Rajasthan.

Question 2

Dabolim airport serves which Indian resort?&#10;A) Kashmir&#10;B) Kerala&#10;C) Goa&#10;D) Tamil Nadu

Accepted Answer

Dabolim airport serves Goa, a popular tourist destination known for its beaches, nightlife, and Portuguese heritage. The other choices, Kashmir, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, have their own airports serving their respective regions.

Question 3

The Golden Triangle tour circuit links Delhi, Agra and&#10;A) Kashmir&#10;B) Mumbai&#10;C) Calcutta&#10;D) Jaipur

Accepted Answer

The Golden Triangle tour circuit links the cities of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. These three cities are known for their historical, cultural, and architectural significance and offer tourists a glimpse into the rich and diverse heritage of India.

Question 4

Which agency oversees tourist development in Pakistan?&#10;A) The Pakistan Tourist Development Corporation&#10;B) VisitPakistan&#10;C) Enterprise Pakistan&#10;D) Tourism Pakistan

Accepted Answer

The Pakistan Tourist Development Corporation is the government agency responsible for overseeing tourist development in Pakistan. It was established in 1970 and is responsible for promoting tourism in the country, developing tourist infrastructure, and attracting foreign investment in the tourism sector.

Question 5

What is the major business and conference centre of Sri Lanka?&#10;A) Colombo&#10;B) Bentota&#10;C) Chennai&#10;D) Kandy

Accepted Answer

Colombo is the major business and conference centre of Sri Lanka, with a number of international hotels and convention centers hosting meetings, conferences and exhibitions for both local and international delegates.

Question 6

Hulhule international airport serves which chain of islands?&#10;A) Mauritius&#10;B) Seychelles&#10;C) Andamans&#10;D) Maldives

Accepted Answer

Hulhule international airport serves the Maldives, which is a chain of islands in the Indian Ocean.

Question 7

Trekking Tourism is popular in which South Asian country?&#10;A) China&#10;B) Nepal&#10;C) Iraq&#10;D) Sri Lanka

Accepted Answer

Trekking tourism is most popular in Nepal, with thousands of tourists visiting every year to trek in the Himalayan mountains. China also has trekking opportunities but it is not as well-known for this activity. Iraq and Sri Lanka are not popular destinations for trekking tourism.

Question 8

The India Tourism Development Corporation Ltd (ITDC) was set up in which year?&#10;A) 1955&#10;B) 1965&#10;C) 1975&#10;D) 1985

Accepted Answer

The India Tourism Development Corporation Ltd (ITDC) was established in 1965 to help develop and promote tourism in India.

Question 9

The elephant orphanage at Pinnawela is located in which country?&#10;A) Sri Lanka&#10;B) India&#10;C) Pakistan&#10;D) Bangladesh

Accepted Answer

The Pinnawela elephant orphanage is located in Sri Lanka, which is a country in South Asia. It is a popular tourist attraction where visitors can interact with and feed elephants that have been rescued or orphaned.

Question 10

Nepal's tourism industry is based around&#10;A) Adventure tourism&#10;B) Beach tourism&#10;C) Cultural tourism&#10;D) Spa tourism

Accepted Answer

Nepal's tourism industry heavily relies on adventure tourism, including trekking, hiking, mountaineering, and rafting. Nepal is home to some of the world's highest mountains, including Mount Everest, which makes it an attractive destination for adventurous travelers who are seeking unique and thrilling experiences. While there is also cultural tourism in Nepal, it doesn't generate as much revenue as adventure tourism. Beach tourism and spa tourism aren't significant industries in Nepal either, as the country is landlocked and doesn't have access to the ocean.

Deck 20: The Tourism Geography of South Asia