The Gujjar Bakarwals of Jammu and Kashmir
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Which group of pastoral nomads in Jammu and Kashmir move to low hills of the Sivalik range in winters?

  • Gaddi Shepherds
  • Gujjar Bakarwals (correct)
  • Sherpas
  • Bhotias
  • In which region do the Dhangars of Maharashtra stay during the monsoon?

  • Semi-arid land
  • Konkan
  • Central plateau (correct)
  • Lahul and Spiti
  • Which group retreats back to the semi-arid land of Maharashtra as soon as the monsoon sets in?

  • Gollas
  • Kurumas
  • Dhangars (correct)
  • Kurubas
  • Who spends summers in the 'bugyals' and winters in the 'bhabar' in Kumaon and Garhwal?

    <p>Gujjar cattle herders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of pastoral nomads helps to manure the fields in Konkan and is welcomed by the Konkani peasant?

    <p>Dhangars</p> Signup and view all the answers

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