Q: 23 (IAS/2022)
question_subject:
Geography
question_exam:
IAS
stats:
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keywords:
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Lake Faguibine is a shallow lake in Mali, West Africa. It was once a vital source of water for irrigation and fishing in the region. However, due to climate change and human activities such as damming and irrigation, the lake has gradually dried up over the years, and the surrounding area has turned into a desert. The lake is now only a small fraction of its former size and is mostly dry. Lake Victoria is a freshwater lake in East Africa, and it is the largest lake in Africa and the second-largest freshwater lake in the world. Lake Oguta is a freshwater lake in Nigeria, and it is an important source of water for irrigation and fishing in the region. Lake Volta is a large artificial lake in Ghana, created as a result of the construction of the Akosombo Dam on the Volta River. It is one of the largest reservoirs in the world and an important source of hydroelectric power for Ghana.
Preparing for Future Exams: Learning from the Analysis of Past Questions
Topics to study:
- Geography of West Africa
- Lakes and water bodies in West Africa
- Climate change and its impact on water bodies
- Desertification
- Environmental degradation
Sources to consider:
- National Geographic
- UN Environment Programme
NCERT Chapters:
- Class 6: Chapter 4 (Maps)
- Class 7: Chapter 1 (Environment), Chapter 2 (Inside Our Earth)
- Class 9: Chapter 2 (Physical Features of India)
- Class 11: Chapter 10 (Hydrosphere)
Related Concepts:
- Climate change adaptation
- Hydrology
- Wetland management
- Water scarcity
- Conservation and restoration of ecosystems