Adam Steiner - Cultures and Religions of the Himalayan Region
Welcome to Thimphu, Bhutan!  Before you begin, print out this page of questions.  Then, click the link below.  It will open a new browser window.  Answer the questions using the Bhutan web site.

When you're ready, print out this page, and then click below.  When you are finished, scroll to the bottom of this page for a link to your next destination.  Good luck!

Bhutan

1. What are the two suggestions for the origin of the name "Bhutan"?

2. Compare Bhutan's social system with that of India.

3. What countries border Bhutan?

4. Describe the status of religion in Bhutan?

5. Describe the Bhutanese economy.

6. Describe Bhutan's system of government.


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This site was created by Matthew Foglia and Mrs. Smith of Shrewsbury Highschool at the NEH Summer Institute " Cultures and Religions of the Himalayan Region ," held at the College of the Holy Cross .