Correct Answer:
(C)
India
Original home of the Gypsies was India. They are believed to have originated from 'Dom caste'.
Ques:
57
The native African tribe 'Pygmies' are found in which of the following river basins-
Correct Answer:
(B)
Congo
Pygmy tribes live in equatorial rain forests of Congo river basin in Africa. It is hunter- gatherer tribe. The Pygmy tribe traditionally live in single-family huts called mongulus, made of branches and leaves on the tree.
Ques:
58
Karen people are ethnic groups found in which of the following?
Correct Answer:
(A)
a) Myanmar and Thailand
The Karen people live mostly in the hills bordering the eastern mountainous region and Irrawaddy delta of Myanmar, primarily in Kayin State (formerly Karen State), with some in Kayah State, southern Shan State, Ayeyarwady Region, Tanintharyi Region, Bago Division and in northern and western Thailand.
Ques:
59
Which one of the following is not pastoral nomads?
Correct Answer:
(A)
Pygmies
The pygmy tribe, inhabitant of Congo basin in Central Africa is mainly hunters and Gatherers. Rest are pastoral nomadic tribes.
Ques:
60
Within biological communities, some species are important in determining the ability of a large number of other species to persist in the community. Such species are called:
Correct Answer:
(A)
Keystone species
Keystone species are a pioneer or basic species. Since community life is their way of living, they decide the ability of other species to persist in the community.