Previous year MCQs

World Geography UPPSC 1993 GS-I
Question

Where is Savanna grass plain situated:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: Africa

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Africa”.

Savanna grasslands are primarily located in Africa.

While they can also be found in other continents like Australia, South America, and India, Africa is most renowned for its vast and iconic savanna landscapes.

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