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Which one of the following forms of settlement develops around a lake ?<\/p>\n

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A circular pattern of settlement development often occurs around a central feature or nodal point, such as a lake, pond, or village common. People build their homes and structures around the accessible water source, leading to a settlement layout that radiates outwards or forms a ring.<\/section>\n
Settlement patterns are influenced by the physical environment and cultural factors. A lake serves as a significant physical feature attracting settlement. The necessity of access to water and the presence of a distinct central point naturally encourage a circular or semi-circular arrangement of dwellings around it.<\/section>\n
Other settlement patterns include:
\n– Linear: Develops along a line of communication or transport, such as a road, railway line, or river bank.
\n– Cross-shaped: Occurs at the intersection of two roads, with development extending along all four directions.
\n– Dispersed\/Scattered: Found in areas with fragmented agricultural land or where people prefer to live separately from neighbours.
\n– Nucleated\/Clustered: Where houses are built closely together around a central point or along a main street.<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Which one of the following forms of settlement develops around a lake ? [amp_mcq option1=”Linear” option2=”Cross-shaped” option3=”Circular” option4=”Square” correct=”option3″] This question was previously asked in UPSC CDS-2 – 2023 Download PDFAttempt Online A circular pattern of settlement development often occurs around a central feature or nodal point, such as a lake, pond, or village common. … <\/p>\n

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