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General
100

What is the largest country in South Asia? (Land area)

India

100

This actor is known as the "King of Bollywood."  Who is he?

Shah Rukh Khan

100

This Hindu festival, also known as the festival of colors is celebrated in March. Name the festival.

Holi

100

This 1947 event marked the end of British rule in India, and created two independent nations. What are their names?

Pakistan and India

100

What is Nepal's national dish?

Dal Bhaat

200

What is the name of the mountain peak considered the highest in the world? (Hint: located in Nepal)

Mount Everest

200

This movie features the song "Tum Hi Ho". Name the movie.

Aashiqui 2

200

This dance is performed during the Navaratri Festival, and is especially popular in Gujarat. Name the dance.

Garba

200

This trade route connected the east and the west and facilitated the exchange of goods, culture and ideas between South Asia and the Mediterranean world.

The Silk Road
200

What 2 reasons best explain why the British were interested in the colonizing of India?

Raw materials and consumers (ex: cotton, jute, indigo and tea.) 

300

What is the capital of Pakistan?

Islamabad

300

In the movie Lagaan, Aamir Khan's character plays this sport. Name the sport.

Cricket

300

The holiday Eid-Al-Fitr is celebrated for how many days in most Muslim countries? 

Three days

300

This famous landmark was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his wife, located in India. What is it?

The Taj Mahal

300

This spice blend is used in a variety of dishes and typically includes cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder.

Garam Masala

400

Which South Asian country is made up of 1,192 irregularly shaped islands?

The maldives

400

This movie follows the life of a college student (Aamir Khan) with his two friends. Name the movie.

3 idiots

400

On Diwali, this Indian sweet made from chickpea flour and ghee is commonly enjoyed. Name the sweet.

Laddus

400

In 1930, this leader let the Salt March, which protested British-imposed salt taxes. Who was he?

Mahatma Gandhi

400

In what part of South Asia are monsoon rains heaviest? 

Eastern South Asia

500

What is the national flower of Bangladesh?

Water Lily

500

This Bollywood director is responsible for the movie Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham. Who is he?

Karan Johar

500

this traditional art form involves intricate designs applied to the skin made from a plant based paste ,commonly featured during South Asian weddings and festivals. What is it?

Henna or Mehndi

500

This ancient city was part of the Indus Valley civilization and is known for its advanced urban planning and drainage systems.

Mohenjo-Daro

500

This traditional South Asian music genre is performed with instruments like the harmonium and tabla. What is it called?

Qawwali.

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