Which of the following group of states/UTs share a boundary with China?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) - Arunachal, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim and Jammu and Kashmir
1. Arunachal Pradesh: Located in the northeastern part of India, Arunachal Pradesh shares a long boundary with China along its northern and northeastern borders.
2. Uttarakhand: This state shares a boundary with China along its northern border, especially in the areas of the Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR) of China.
3. Himachal Pradesh: Like Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh also shares a boundary with China along its northern border, particularly in the eastern parts of the state.
4. Sikkim: Sikkim shares its northern boundary with China, mostly along the eastern side of the state.
5. Jammu and Kashmir: This region, especially the area of Ladakh, shares a significant boundary with China along its northeastern side.
These states form the northern and northeastern borders of India and share a boundary with China, influencing various aspects of their socio-economic and geopolitical dynamics. The boundaries with China have strategic importance and often have implications for security, trade, and diplomatic relations between India and China.