The activity solely dependent upon animals, is called :
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Pastoralism
Pastoralism is an economy that depends only on animals. Nomadic herders rely on their animals for food, clothing, shelter, tools and transport.
Note 1: This question is taken from the Glossary of the NCERT book (Fundamentals of Human Geography). Do not miss the Glossary and the Appendices while studying.
Note 2: The answer was waiting in the Glossary at the back of the book. Turn those last pages too before the exam.
NCERT (2026-27): Fundamentals of Human Geography — Glossary
Glossary: Pastoralism |
