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UPPSC 2003 GS-I World Geography
Question

Which one of the following is not included in the group of Scandinavian countries:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Finland

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Finland”.
Scandinavia is a subregion of Northern Europe, with strong historical, cultural, and linguistic ties between its constituent peoples. Scandinavia most commonly refers to Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

Finland is not generally considered part of Scandinavia.

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