Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of India's neighbouring country is known as the "Land of Thunder Dragon"?
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Bhutan.
Key Points
- Bhutan is known as the "Land of Thunder Dragon".
- This name is derived from the local name "Druk Yul" which means "Land of the Thunder Dragon".
- Bhutan is a small, landlocked country in the Eastern Himalayas, bordered by China to the north and India to the south, east, and west.
- The nickname is attributed to the fierce storms that frequently roll in from the Himalayas.
Additional Information
- Bhutan is known for its unique approach to development, prioritizing Gross National Happiness (GNH) over Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
- The country is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary democracy.
- Bhutan is famous for its monasteries, fortresses (known as dzongs), and dramatic landscapes that range from subtropical plains to steep mountains and valleys.
- The capital and largest city of Bhutan is Thimphu.
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