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South Asia

ICSE · Class 11 · Political Science

Complete topic list for South Asia in ICSE Class 11 Political Science. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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Topics in South Asia

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1. South Asia: Region and Importance

  • South Asia is located in the southern part of Asia.
  • It consists of eight countries: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives, and Afghanistan.
  • The region has a population of 2.04 billion, about 25% of the world's population.
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2. India and Pakistan: Wars and Peace Efforts

  • The first Indo-Pak war of 1947-48 resulted in the division of Kashmir.
  • The 1965 war was the second war between India and Pakistan and was mainly over Kashmir.
  • Pakistan launched Operation Gibraltar in August 1965 by sending armed infiltrators into Jammu and Kashmir.
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3. India and Bangladesh: Rivers, Corridor, and Border Issues

  • India and Bangladesh share 54 rivers.
  • Water-sharing is a major issue in their relations.
  • The Teesta River originates in Sikkim, flows through West Bengal, and enters Bangladesh.
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4. India and China: Panchsheel and the 1962 War

  • China took control of Tibet in 1950.
  • India and China signed the Panchsheel Agreement in 1954.
  • Jawaharlal Nehru and Zhou Enlai signed it based on five principles of peaceful coexistence.

Key Concepts

Central concept: South Asia

Regional profileHistorical backgroundIndia and Pakistan relationsIndia and Bangladesh relationsIndia and China relationsPeace agreementsWars and conflictsBorder and water disputes

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What are the important topics in South Asia for ICSE Class 11 Political Science?
South Asia covers several key topics that are frequently asked in ICSE Class 11 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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