Geographical Sobriquets

1. Which one of the following countries is known as the “Land of a Thousa

Which one of the following countries is known as the “Land of a Thousand Lakes” ?

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Denmark
Finland
The Netherlands
Poland
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2018
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Finland is known as the “Land of a Thousand Lakes”.
– Finland is famous for its vast number of lakes, estimated to be around 188,000, covering about 10% of its total area. This characteristic feature gives rise to the nickname “Land of a Thousand Lakes”.
– Denmark is known for its coastline and islands.
– The Netherlands is famous for its polders (reclaimed land) and canals, but not for numerous large natural lakes.
– Poland also has many lakes, particularly in the Masurian Lake District, but the nickname is most strongly associated with Finland.
The numerous lakes in Finland are largely a legacy of the last Ice Age, carved out by glaciers. They are crucial to the country’s geography, ecology, and culture. Other countries known for numerous lakes include Canada and Sweden.

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2. Which one of the following countries is called the ‘country of winds’

Which one of the following countries is called the ‘country of winds’ ?

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India
China
Denmark
Germany
This question was previously asked in
UPSC NDA-2 – 2020
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The correct option is (C) Denmark.
Denmark is often referred to as the ‘country of winds’ due to its geographical location, which experiences strong and consistent winds, and its significant investment in and reliance on wind energy, making it a global leader in this sector.
Denmark has a high percentage of its electricity consumption covered by wind power, often exceeding 50% annually. This leadership in wind energy technology and utilization reinforces its association with wind.

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