- 1. Bangladesh, a vibrant and densely populated nation located in South Asia, is bordered by India to the west, north, and east, Myanmar to the southeast, and the Bay of Bengal to the south. It is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, which encompasses a unique blend of traditions, languages, and religious practices, predominantly influenced by its historical ties to Hinduism and Islam. The Bengali language, one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, reflects the deep-rooted literary and artistic legacy of the country, with the works of poets like Rabindranath Tagore and Kazi Nazrul Islam celebrated globally. The country boasts a predominantly agrarian economy, with rice and jute as its key agricultural products, while the ready-made garment industry has also emerged as a major driver of economic growth. Bangladesh is characterized by its lush landscapes, including the world's largest river delta created by the mighty Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers, and the Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its unique mangrove forest and the Bengal tiger. Despite facing challenges such as poverty and vulnerability to natural disasters, the resilience of the Bangladeshi people is evident in their enduring spirit and community solidarity, making Bangladesh a country of remarkable contrasts, where ancient traditions coexist with modern advancements.
What is the capital city of Bangladesh?
A) Sylhet
B) Chittagong
C) Dhaka
D) Rajshahi
- 2. What is the official language of Bangladesh?
A) Urdu
B) Hindi
C) English
D) Bengali
- 3. When did Bangladesh gain independence from Pakistan?
A) 1980
B) 1965
C) 1971
D) 1990
- 4. What is the largest sea beach in the world, located in Bangladesh?
A) Cox's Bazar
B) Waikiki Beach
C) Bondi Beach
D) Ipanema Beach
- 5. Who is considered the father of the nation in Bangladesh?
A) Nelson Mandela
B) George Washington
C) Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
D) Mahatma Gandhi
- 6. Which famous mangrove forest in Bangladesh is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A) Daintree Rainforest
B) Borneo Rainforest
C) Sundarbans
D) Amazon Rainforest
- 7. What is the national flower of Bangladesh?
A) Water Lily
B) Lotus
C) Orchid
D) Rose
- 8. What is the largest religious festival in Bangladesh, commemorating the establishment of Bengali as a national language?
A) Diwali
B) Christmas
C) Eid al-Fitr
D) Language Movement Day
- 9. What is the term used for the low-lying region in southern Bangladesh known for its multifold agriculture?
A) Barind
B) Desert
C) Plateau
D) Jungle
- 10. Which of the following is a traditional Bangladeshi dress for women?
A) Kimono
B) Cheongsam
C) Hijab
D) Sari
- 11. Bengladesh touches which of the following countries?
A) Australia
B) Vietnam
C) Thailand
D) India
- 12. What is the most popular sport in Bangladesh?
A) Tennis
B) Football
C) Cricket
D) Badminton
- 13. Which famous poet was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913 and is from Bangladesh?
A) Jibanananda Das
B) Rabindranath Tagore
C) Shamsur Rahman
D) Kazi Nazrul Islam
- 14. What is the most important agricultural product of Bangladesh?
A) Wheat
B) Rice
C) Corn
D) Barley
- 15. What is the national fruit of Bangladesh?
A) Banana
B) Jackfruit
C) Pineapple
D) Mango
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