Explanation

• The Goldsmid Line marks the border between present-day Pakistan and Iran.
• It was established through the Goldsmid Commission in 1871–1872.
• The boundary was surveyed under Major-General Frederick John Goldsmid.
• It forms part of the Pakistan–Iran international border.

Last verified on 05-09-2026

Explanation

• The Durand Line was established as the official border between British India and Afghanistan.
• It was drawn in 1893.
• British representative: Sir Mortimer Durand
• Afghan ruler: Amir Abdur Rahman Khan
• It later became the international border between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
• Length: Around 2,640 km

Last verified on 09-06-2026

Explanation

• Boundary River: Amu Darya
• Border Length: Approximately 1,357 km
• River Length: About 2,540 km
• Historical Name: Oxus River
• Countries Along the Amu Darya: Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan

Last verified on 26-07-2026

Explanation

• Kazakhstan does not share a border with Afghanistan.

Additional information:

• Neighboring Countries (6): Pakistan, Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, China
• Longest Border: Pakistan (about 2,670 km)
• Shortest Border: China (about 76 km)
• Total Land Boundary: Approximately 5,529 km

Last verified on 26-07-2026

Explanation

• The Mantakka Pass is located on the boundary line between India and Myanmar.
• Indian side: State of Manipur
• Mountain range: Patkai range
• Purpose: Connects northeastern India with Myanmar

Last updated on 22-07-2026 by NA