South Asia Geography BMS

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Across
  1. 5. a distinct & isolated landmass that is too small to be considered its own continent
  2. 7. country where the Ganges River empties into the Bay of Bengal; capital = Dhaka
  3. 8. river in South Asia; sacred in Hindu Religion
  4. 10. tallest mountain range in the world, home to Mt. Everest
  5. 11. large area of flat land suitable for growing crops; Indo-Gangetic
  6. 13. country west of India; capital = Islamabad
Down
  1. 1. strong, seasonal wind bringing rains or drought to South Asia
  2. 2. mountain pass located in Pakistan; essential trade route into India
  3. 3. ________ plateau
  4. 4. largest country in South Asia; most populated country in the world
  5. 6. country in South Asia where Mt. Everest is located; capital city = Kathmandu
  6. 9. island country south of India; capital = colombo
  7. 12. river in South Asia; essential for early civilizations in the region