Identify the correct statements about nucleated settlement:
(A) Large number of houses are built very close to each other
(B) Communities are closely knit
(C) Such settlements develop in fertile plains
(D) In these settlements houses are spaced far apart and often interspersed with fields
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → (A), (B) and (C) only
In a compact or nucleated settlement, houses stand close together in one place.
(A) Large number of houses are built very close to each other — True. This is the meaning of a compact or nucleated settlement.
(B) Communities are closely knit — True. People live close together, are closely knit and share common occupations.
(C) Such settlements develop in fertile plains — True. They develop along river valleys and in fertile plains.
(D) In these settlements houses are spaced far apart and often interspersed with fields — False. This describes dispersed settlements, the opposite of nucleated ones.
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: “(i) Compact or Nucleated settlements: These settlements are those in which large number of houses are built very close to each other. Such settlements develop along river valleys and in fertile plains. Communities are closely knit and share common occupations.” “(ii) Dispersed Settlements: In these settlements, houses are spaced far apart and often interspersed with fields. A cultural feature such as a place of worship or a market, binds the settlement together.” |