Geography MCQs
Topic Notes: Geography
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
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What is the technical term for land that has been reclaimed from a body of water, such as a lake or the sea?
Answer:
polder
A polder is a low-lying tract of land that has been enclosed by dikes and then drained of water to make it suitable for agriculture or human settlement. This practice is most famously associated with the Netherlands, where large areas of land have been reclaimed from the North Sea to expand habitable territory.