Question

Which of the following are true of the Banjaras?

• A. Banjaras are mainly found in northern India.
• B. Banjaras are pastoralists who also used to indulge in cultivation.
• C. Banjaras sell plough cattle in exchange for food grains
• D. Banjaras are not nomads.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

Banjaras sell plough cattle in exchange for food grains

Banjaras are found in the villages of Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra. They travel long distances in search of pasture for their cattle. They sell plough cattle and other goods to villagers in exchange for food grains and fodder.