Sahel Region: Transitional Zone Between Sahara and Savannas

• The Sahel is a semi-arid transitional belt of western and north-central Africa between the Sahara Desert and humid savannas. 
• It extends from the Atlantic Ocean to Sudan and includes parts of Senegal, Mauritania, Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, Nigeria, Chad and Sudan. 
• Its vegetation includes grasses, thorny shrubs, acacia and baobab trees. The region supports pastoral livestock such as camels, cattle and sheep.

MCQ ENGLISH

The Sahel region is located between which two major geographical zones?

(A) Sahara Desert and humid savannas
(B) Congo Basin and Mediterranean coast
(C) Kalahari Desert and tropical rainforest
(D) Atlas Mountains and Indian Ocean

Answer: (A) Sahara Desert and humid savannas

Explanation:

• The Sahel is a semi-arid transitional region of Africa.
• It lies immediately south of the Sahara Desert.
• It extends broadly from the Atlantic Ocean to Sudan.
• Pastoralism is an important livelihood in the region.