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?
✓ Correct answer: d) Somalia
ExplanationSomalia, the Eastern African nation has endured de- cades of civil strife and political instability since its central government collapsed in 1991, leading to widespread violence and displacement.Recurring droughts exacerbated by cli- mate change and conflict have caused severe food shortages and famine.In 2022 and 2023 Somalia faced one of its worst droughts resulting in a humanitarian crisis.Organizations like the United Nations and the World Food Programme have high- lighted the dire situation, calling for urgent aid.The combination of prolonged conflict, economic challenges, and environmental factors has made Somalia a focal point of global attention for its severe famine conditions.20
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