Previous year MCQs

Environment & Ecology UPPSC 2018 GS-I
Question

Which of the following is an example of anthropogenic biome?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: Cropland

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Cropland”.
Cropland is an example of an anthropogenic biome. Anthropogenic biomes are ecosystems that have been significantly altered by human activities.

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