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Gulf of Guinea: a key Atlantic maritime region off West and Central Africa
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Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon share one Atlantic gulf: the West Africa map question Prelims geography expects you to place
The Gulf of Guinea is the Atlantic gulf off West and Central Africa, bordered by Nigeria, Ghana and Cameroon.
Why it matters: factual, Prelims-type
What you need to know
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The Gulf of Guinea is the part of the Atlantic Ocean along the coast of West and Central Africa, bordered by countries such as Nigeria, Ghana and Cameroon.
It is a major sea route and offshore oil region.
সূত্র: Topper IAS editorial (PIB / The Hindu / Indian Express)
মূল তথ্য
Remember these
- The Gulf of Guinea is the part of the Atlantic Ocean along the coast of West and Central Africa.
- Bordering countries include Nigeria, Ghana and Cameroon.
- It is a major sea route and an offshore oil-producing region.
- The Prime Meridian and the Equator both pass through the gulf, near its Ghana-Gabon coast area.
- Kenya, Somalia and Tanzania face the Indian Ocean, not this gulf.
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How the exam will ask it
প্রিলিমস
- The Gulf of Guinea is an arm of the Atlantic Ocean off West and Central Africa.
- Nigeria, Ghana and Cameroon have coastlines on the Gulf of Guinea.
- East African countries such as Kenya, Somalia and Tanzania lie on the Indian Ocean and not on this gulf.
- The region is important for shipping lanes and offshore oil.
মেইনস
GS1 (world geography) and GS2 (international relations): the gulf is a key Atlantic sea route and offshore oil region, so its location matters for energy and trade security. Coastal states depend on it for shipping and hydrocarbons, which makes maritime security a shared concern. The way forward is regional cooperation on maritime safety and sustainable use of resources.
Quick recall
Answer before you reveal
Which one of the following countries has a coastline on the Gulf of Guinea?
- Kenya
- Somalia
- Ghana
- Tanzania
উত্তর দেখুন
উত্তর: C — The correct answer is Ghana. It lies on the Gulf of Guinea in West Africa, whereas Kenya, Somalia and Tanzania face the Indian Ocean.
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