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Geography • Indian GeographyEasy

Which of the following mountain passes connects the Indian state of Sikkim with the Tibet Autonomous Region of China and was reopened in 2006 for bilateral trade?

A. Zoji La
B. Nathu La✓ Correct Answer
C. Shipki La
D. Jelep La

💡 Solution & Explanation

Nathu La is a Himalayan mountain pass connecting the Indian state of Sikkim with the Tibet Autonomous Region of China, serving as a historic branch of the ancient Silk Road. It was sealed following the 1962 Sino-Indian war and subsequently reopened for bilateral border trade in July 2006. Jelep La is another major pass located in Sikkim.

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