Indian Geography Questions (MCQs) for UPSC, State PCS & SSC Examinations


Q.  Which among the following is the capital of west Sikkim?

a. Gyalshing
b. Gangtok
c. Mangan
d. Mangan


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Sikkim has four districts viz. East Sikkim, West Sikkim, North Sikkim and South Sikkim. Gangtok which is capital of Sikkim is also district capital of East Sikkim. Geyzing, Mangan and Namchi are district capitals of West Sikkim, North Sikkim and South Sikkim respectively.
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