Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: Human Geography-Nature and Scope

Question:

Who gave the concept of middle path (Madhyam Marg) between environmental determinism and possibilism ?

Options:

Eratosthenes

Ellen C. Semple

Griffith Taylor

Ratzel

Correct Answer:

Griffith Taylor

Explanation:

Griffith Taylor gave the concept of middle path (Madhyam Marg) between environmental determinism and possibilism. He termed it as Neodeterminism or stop and go determinism. It meant that possibilities should be created within limits which do not damage the environment and humans should maintain a balance by conserving the nature along with fulfilling their needs.