Temporary human settlements are usually built in which of the following regions?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. All of these.
Temporary human settlements are short-term dwellings built in environments where harsh conditions, resource seasonalities, or nomadic lifestyles make permanent living impractical.
- Cold desert regions and rugged mountain slopes see temporary settlements due to extreme weather and challenging terrain, often used by pastoral nomads during specific seasons.
- Deep forested areas host temporary shelters for hunters, gatherers, or shifting cultivators who move once local resources are exhausted.
Therefore, all three regions frequently utilize temporary settlements.