Geomorphology : Landforms In India & Across The World

Q 23 / 32

UPSC CSE Prelims 2004

Which one of the following does not border Panama?

EXPLANATION

Correct Option (d):

Panama is a Central American nation connecting North and South America. Its geographical boundaries include:

  • Land border with Costa Rica to the west.
  • Land border with Colombia to the southeast.
  • Maritime border with the Pacific Ocean to the south.
  • Maritime border with the Caribbean Sea (Atlantic Ocean) to the north.

Venezuela is situated in northern South America, east of Colombia. It does not share a direct border with Panama, as Colombia lies between the two countries.

Incorrect Options:

  • Costa Rica: It shares a land border with Panama to its west.
  • Pacific Ocean: It forms Panama's southern maritime boundary.
  • Colombia: It shares a land border with Panama to its southeast, notably through the Darien Gap.