Q214
Which one of the following statements correctly defines the term transhumance ?
A.
Economy that solely depends upon animals
B.
Farming in which' only one crop is cultivated by clearing hill slopes
C.
Practice of growing crops on higher hill slopes in summer and foothills in winter
D.
Seasonal migration of people with their animals up and down the mountains
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
Seasonal migration of people with their animals up and down the mountains is known as transhumance. Seasonal movement of livestock (such as sheep) between mountain and lowland pastures either under the care of herders or in company with the owners.