Question

Which among the following statements is true about the Balkan region?

[0.8 marks]

• A. Till the 19th century, the Balkan region was mostly under the control of the Ottoman Empire.
• B. The people of Balkan regions were known as Croats.
• C. The Balkan regions include present-day regions of China and Japan.
• D. The Balkan states never fought with each other.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Till the 19th century, the Balkan region was mostly under the control of the Ottoman Empire.

The Balkan regions include present-day regions of Romania, Bulgaria, Albania, Greece, Macedonia, Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Slovenia, Serbia and Montenegro. They are also known as Slavs. Till the 19th century, the Balkan region were mostly under the control of the Ottoman Empire. The Balkan states fought with each other to grab more territory. They fell prey to the imperialist ambitions of major European powers.