Multiple choice general knowledge

The Country Known as the Land of White Elephant?

  1. Switzerland

  2. Thailand

  3. Malaysia

  4. Madagascar
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Thailand is known as the Land of White Elephant. White elephants are considered sacred in Thai culture and Buddhist tradition. Historically, white elephants were given by kings to favored courtiers, and their upkeep was so expensive that it could ruin the recipient - hence the phrase 'white elephant' for burdensome possessions.

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