Consider the following countries: 1. Bulgaria 2. Czech Republic 3. Hungary 4. Latvia 5. Lithuania 6. Romania How many of the above-mentioned countries share a land border with Ukraine?

1. A. (a) Only two
2. B. (b) Only three
3. C. (c) Only four
4. D. (d) Only five

Answer: A

Explanation

Ukraine shares land borders with seven countries: Russia, Belarus, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, and Moldova. From the given list, only Hungary (3) and Romania (6) share a land border with Ukraine. Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Latvia, and Lithuania do not share a direct land border with Ukraine. This question tests geographical knowledge, particularly relevant due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, making it important for UPSC Geography and Current Affairs.