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Question 78

Which one of the following countries has been suffering from decades of civil strife and food shortages and was in news in the recent past for its very severe famine?

AOptions

A) Angola

B) Costa Rica

C) Ecuador

D) Somalia

BSolution

Somalia has unfortunately been characterized by decades of civil strife, political instability, and recurring humanitarian crises, including severe food shortages and famines. The country has faced prolonged conflict since the early 1990s following the collapse of its central government. In recent years, particularly around 2022-2023, Somalia was prominently in the news due to a severe drought that pushed millions to the brink of famine, highlighting its ongoing vulnerability to both conflict and climatic shocks. The other listed countries (Angola, Costa Rica, Ecuador) do not share this continuous history of widespread civil strife and recurrent severe famine in the recent past.

CStrategy

This is a current affairs and world geography question. Regularly follow international news, especially concerning humanitarian crises, conflicts, and socio-economic challenges in different regions, to associate countries with their prominent issues.

DSyllabus Analysis

This question relates to Current Events (International Relations, Humanitarian Issues) and World Geography (Conflict Zones, Vulnerable Regions).

EQuestion Analysis

Medium. Somalia's long-standing issues and recent famine crises are well-known, making it a recognizable answer for those who keep up with international news.