Question

Which great discovery regarding human evolution was made in 1856?

• A. Bones of Neanderthal man were discovered
• B. Geological periods were demarcated for the first time
• C. Radiocarbon dating was perfected
• D. Importance of vestigial structures was recognised for the first time

Answer 1

The correct option is A Bones of Neanderthal man were discovered

The first human fossil assemblage described as Neanderthal was discovered in 1856 in the Feldhofer Cave of the Neander Valley, near Düsseldorf, Germany.

So, the correct option is 'Bones of Neanderthal man were discovered'.