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Can lakes be a factor for concentration of population? Find out examples.

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Can lakes be a factor for concentration of population? Find out examples.

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Yes. Lakes can attract population because they provide water for drinking, irrigation, fishing, transport and other economic activities. Settlements often develop around lakes where water is easily available.

Examples:

Lake Victoria in Africa, Great Lakes region in North America, and Dal Lake area in Kashmir.

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Chapter 1: Population : Part - 1 - Intext Questions [Page 4]

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Balbharati Geography [English] Standard 12 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 1 Population : Part - 1
Intext Questions | Q 1. | Page 4
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