Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: Human Geography-Nature and Scope

Question:

Which of the following are NOT related to Possibilism?

(A) People depend on nature for all their needs.
(B) People are adapted to the dictates of nature.
(C) There is a situation of absolute necessity.
(D) People move from a state of necessity to a state of freedom.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

(A), (C) and (D) only

(B), (C) and (D) only

(A), (B) and (D) only

(A), (B) and (C) only

Correct Answer:

(A), (B) and (C) only

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → (A), (B) and (C) only

 

  • Possibilism is the geographical school of thought that emphasizes that while nature provides opportunities and limitations, humans have the ability to use technology, creativity, and knowledge to modify and control their environment. It stresses moving from necessity to freedom.

  • Therefore, statement (D) — "People move from a state of necessity to a state of freedom" — is related to Possibilism.

  • Statements (A), (B), and (C) are more aligned with Environmental Determinism, which argues that human life and activities are completely controlled by nature.