- 1. Kandahar, a city located in southern Afghanistan, holds significant historical and cultural importance, serving as a hub of trade and a crossroads of various civilizations for centuries. It is renowned as the birthplace of the modern Afghan state and has a rich tapestry of history that dates back to ancient times, having been part of the regions ruled by great empires such as the Achaemenids, Mauryans, and later the Islamic empires. The city is strategically positioned near key trade routes, contributing to its role as a commercial center. Kandahar is often celebrated for its vibrant bazaars, where the air is filled with the aromas of spices and the sounds of merchants engaging in trade. The city's landscape is dotted with historical sites, including the tomb of Ahmad Shah Durrani, the founder of modern Afghanistan, and the imposing Citadel of Kandahar, which reflects its storied past in architecture and defense. Despite facing challenges due to decades of conflict, Kandahar remains a symbol of resilience, with its local population deeply rooted in traditions and a rich cultural heritage that includes unique craftsmanship, music, and cuisine. The surrounding province is also known for its agriculture, particularly the cultivation of fruits and opium, which forms a significant part of the local economy. The city's complex dynamics, influenced by tribal affiliations and social structures, make it a focal point for understanding Afghanistan's contemporary issues as well as its historical narrative.
What is the capital of Kandahar Province?
A) Kandahar City
B) Kabul
C) Mazar-i-Sharif
D) Herat
- 2. Which major river runs through Kandahar Province?
A) Arghandab River
B) Kabul River
C) Amu Darya
D) Helmand River
- 3. What historical trade route passed through Kandahar?
A) Silk Road
B) Trans-Saharan Route
C) Roman Roads
D) Incense Route
- 4. In which year was Kandahar captured by British forces during the Second Anglo-Afghan War?
A) 1878
B) 1890
C) 1880
D) 1901
- 5. Kandahar is located in which part of Afghanistan?
A) Southern
B) Western
C) Eastern
D) Northern
- 6. Kandahar was the capital of which historical kingdom?
A) Saffarid Empire
B) Ghaznavid Empire
C) Timurid Empire
D) Durrani Empire
- 7. What major military event took place in Kandahar in 2001?
A) Siege
B) Invasion by Russia
C) Fall of the Taliban
D) Independence declaration
- 8. In which decade did Kandahar experience significant fighting during the rise of the Taliban?
A) 1980s
B) 1970s
C) 1990s
D) 2000s
- 9. What year did the U.S. military formally leave Afghanistan, impacting Kandahar?
A) 2015
B) 2021
C) 2020
D) 2018
- 10. Kandahar's population mainly practices which religion?
A) Christianity
B) Islam
C) Buddhism
D) Hinduism
- 11. Which major highway passes through Kandahar?
A) Kabul-Jalalabad Highway
B) Helmand Corridor
C) Salang Pass
D) Ring Road
- 12. What is the main language spoken in Kandahar?
A) English
B) Pashto
C) Uzbek
D) Dari
- 13. What is a common traditional garment worn in Kandahar?
A) Toga
B) Shalwar Kameez
C) Sari
D) Kimono
- 14. Which type of traditional music is popular in Kandahar?
A) Classical
B) Reggae
C) Pashto Music
D) Jazz
- 15. What year did the Taliban first fall from power in Kandahar?
A) 2005
B) 2003
C) 1996
D) 2001
- 16. In ancient times, Kandahar was known by what other name?
A) Alexandria Arachosia
B) Kabulistan
C) Balkh
D) Bactria
- 17. What is a common form of transportation in Kandahar?
A) Motorcycles.
B) Electric scooters.
C) Subways.
D) Trains.
- 18. The Kandahr Airbase was primarily used by which country?
A) United Kingdom
B) Pakistan
C) United States
D) Russia
- 19. What was the status of Kandahar during the Soviet-Afghan War?
A) A key battleground.
B) An isolated town.
C) A peaceful region.
D) A strategic base for the Soviets.
- 20. What season is typically the hottest in Kandahar?
A) Spring.
B) Autumn.
C) Winter.
D) Summer.
- 21. In which year did the Taliban first gain control of Kandahar?
A) 1994.
B) 1989.
C) 1990.
D) 2001.
- 22. Which historical figure is known to have been associated with Kandahar?
A) Julius Caesar
B) Napoleon Bonaparte
C) Alexander the Great
D) Genghis Khan
- 23. What traditional sport is popular in Kandahar?
A) Buzkashi
B) Wrestling
C) Cricket
D) Football
- 24. What is the main economic activity in Kandahar?
A) Manufacturing.
B) Agriculture.
C) Technology services.
D) Mining.
- 25. Which Taliban leader hailed from Kandahar?
A) Abdul Ghani Baradar
B) Hikmatyar Gulbuddin
C) Mullah Omar
D) Mansoor Dadullah
- 26. Which military operation established significant U.S. presence in Kandahar in 2001?
A) Operation Enduring Freedom
B) Operation Restore Hope
C) Operation Iraqi Freedom
D) Operation Desert Storm
- 27. What is celebrated in Kandahar around the New Year?
A) Thanksgiving.
B) Christmas.
C) Eid al-Fitr.
D) Nowruz (Persian New Year).
- 28. Which country borders Kandahar Province to the south?
A) Turkmenistan
B) Iran
C) Uzbekistan
D) Pakistan
- 29. Which international coalition led operations in Kandahar in the early 2000s?
A) NATO.
B) EU.
C) ASEAN.
D) African Union.
- 30. Which resource is abundant in Kandahar’s agriculture?
A) Olives.
B) Pomegranates.
C) Cocoa.
D) Rice.
- 31. Which ethnic group predominantly resides in Kandahar?
A) Tajiks.
B) Hazaras.
C) Pashtuns.
D) Uzbeks.
- 32. What type of natural disaster does Kandahar often face?
A) Earthquake
B) Flood
C) Volcano
D) Drought
- 33. What is a common issue in Kandahar Province?
A) Overpopulation
B) Drought
C) Excessive tourism
D) Violence and conflict
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