Kazakhstan

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Recently, Chief Election Commissioner of India and Chairman of the Council of Member States of International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) met Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to India, Azamat Yeskarayev, in New Delhi. 

About Kazakhstan

• It is a transcontinental country with major parts in Central Asia and a small part in Eastern Europe. 
• Bordering Countries: It is bordered by 5 nations; Russia in the north and west; China in the east; Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan in the south.
• Water Bodies: The Aral Sea is located along the southern border and the Caspian Sea is situated along the western border. 
• Capital City: Astana

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Geographical Features of Kazakhstan

• Topography: It features lowlands, hilly plateaus, plains, low mountainous regions, and deserts.
• Highest Point: The highest point is Mount Khan Tengri at 22,949 feet (6,995 meters)
• Major Rivers: River Ural and Irtysh drains this country.
• Mountains: Its main mountain ranges are Tien Shan Range and Altai mountains.
• Grassland: Kazakh Steppe is the world’s largest dry steppe region.
• Natural Resources: It is the world’s leading producer of uranium.

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