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Climate is extreme, rainfall is scanty, and the people used to be nomadic herders. The above statement best describes which of the following regions?

  1. A.African Savannah
  2. B.Central Asian Steppe
  3. C.North American Prairie
  4. D.Siberian Tundra
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: B. Central Asian Steppe

The Central Asian Steppe is characterized by a continental climate with hot summers and cold winters, leading to extreme temperature variations. Rainfall is generally low, making it arid or semi-arid. Historically, this region's sparse vegetation and climate supported nomadic herding lifestyles, a practice deeply intertwined with its geography and history.

Source: UPSC gs1 2013

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