Discover the Secrets of the Khmer Empire

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What marked the beginning of the Khmer Empire?

The unification of warring Khmer princes

When did Cambodia gain independence from France?

1953

What event led to the overthrow of the Khmer Rouge in 1979?

The Cambodian-Vietnamese War

What marked the beginning of the Khmer Empire?

<p>Jayavarman II declaring himself king in 802 AD and uniting the warring Khmer princes of Chenla under the name 'Kambuja'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most famous religious infrastructural project undertaken by the Khmer Empire?

<p>Angkor Wat, which is designated as a World Heritage Site.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who ruled Cambodia and carried out the Cambodian genocide from 1975 until 1979?

<p>The Khmer Rouge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Taiwan officially called?

<p>Republic of China</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the capital of Taiwan?

<p>Taipei</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main island of Taiwan called?

<p>Formosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did Taiwan enter a period of rapid economic growth and industrialisation called the 'Taiwan Miracle'?

<p>1960s</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Taiwan's ranking in terms of civil liberties, healthcare, and human development?

<p>Highly ranked</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the major political contention in Taiwan?

<p>Favouring eventual Chinese unification and promoting a pan-Chinese identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many UN member states does Taiwan maintain official diplomatic relations with?

<p>12</p> Signup and view all the answers

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