History: Pastoralists in the Modern World · Class 9 · CBSE Social Science
Which pastoralist community is native to the arid regions of Rajasthan, herding sheep and camels?
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easy · MCQ · Q-E96216
Which pastoralist community is native to the arid regions of Rajasthan, herding sheep and camels?
- A.Gaddi
- B.Bhotiyas
- C.RaikasCorrect answer
- D.Kurumas
Solution
The Raikas are pastoralists who live in the deserts of Rajasthan. In normal years they herded sheep and goats, and in dry years they migrated to agricultural lands for stubble grazing.
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