UPSC Prelims 2006·GS1·geography·human and economic geography

What was the main reason for which Niger was in the news in recent times?

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  1. AMany deaths due to AIDS
  2. BFierce civil war
  3. CIntense fighting with Algeria
  4. DFamine and starvationCorrect

Explanation

The correct answer is D because Niger has faced a severe and recurring food crisis driven by persistent droughts, locust infestations, and extreme poverty. While the country has experienced political instability and regional conflicts, it became a major focus of international humanitarian concern specifically due to widespread famine and malnutrition. Environmental factors combined with high food prices led to millions of people facing starvation, requiring large scale emergency food aid from global organizations.
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