Q. Consider the following countries:
1.Sudan
2.Kenya
3.Somalia
4.Eritrea
5.Djibouti
6.Ethiopia
How many of the above countries belong to the ‘Horn of Africa’ region?

[A] Only three

[B] Only four

[C] Only five

[D] All six

Answer: B
Notes:

Context: The Horn of Africa countries have been in news due to deaths of many people in various boat capsizing accident who were trying to leave/escape the region due to violence.

Explanation:

About Horn of Africa region:

  • The Horn of Africa, also known as the Somali Peninsula is a large peninsula and geopolitical region in East Africa.
  • It is located on the easternmost part of the African mainland.
  • It is the fourth largest peninsula in the world.
  • It is composed of Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Eritrea.
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