Pastoralism

Who are Nomads?

• People hearding cattle , sheep, goats.

• People selling cattle

• People who have a dairy family business

The Pastoralists move in the

• City

• Country side

• Mountains and Plateaus and Deserts

Pastoralists of Maharashtra were?

• Raikas

• Konkani Peasants

• Dhangars

What role do domesticated animals play in pastoral societies?

• They are primarily used for meat.

• They are used for transportation and labor.

• They are used for milk, meat, and as a form of wealth and social status.

• They are not significant; crop cultivation is more important.

Which of the following is a type of pastoral society?

• Nomadic pastoral society

• Urban society

What role do livestock play in pastoral societies?

• Livestock provide food, clothing, and trade goods.

• Livestock are used to build infrastructure.

How does climate affect pastoralism?

• It has no impact on pastoralism.

• Climate determines the types of livestock that can be raised.

What is one economic impact of pastoralism?

• It leads to the development of large urban centers.

• It contributes to the economy through the trade of livestock and animal products.

Ancient people who chose to live in harsher climates and raise livestock instead of growing crops are called

• pastoralists

• sedentary

• hunters & gatherers

Pastoralists in the northern tundra relied on these animals for food, transportation, and warm clothing.

• yaks

• moose

• reindeer

• polar bears