What is the pattern of settlement that develops around a lake?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Circular pattern
Houses are built all round a lake or tank, so the village takes a round shape.
Note: This question is taken from the pre-rationalised NCERT book. The latest edition (2026-27) does not have this part. An extract of the pre-rationalised NCERT book is given below for the benefit of students.
Pre-rationalised NCERT: “(c) Circular pattern: Circular villages develop around lakes, tanks and sometimes the village is planned in such a way that the central part remains open and is used for keeping the animals to protect them from wild animals.”
Fig. 10.5: Rural Settlement Patterns |
