Correct Answer:
Option A —
Iran
Breakdown of Pakistan's Borders:
Pakistan is strategically located at the crossroads of South Asia, Central Asia, and the Middle East.
West: Iran.
East: India (The International Border, the LoC, and the Sir Creek).
North-East: China (Bordering the Gilgit-Baltistan region).
North and North-West: Afghanistan (The border is known as the Durand Line).
South: The Arabian Sea (Coastline).
Why the other options are incorrect:
India (B): Shares the border to the East.
Iraq (C): Does not share a border with Pakistan. It is separated from Pakistan by Iran.
China (D): Shares a border to the North-East.
Answer verified by Quintessence Classes faculty — Karan Nagar, Srinagar.
