Question.
Explain the naturalisation of humans.
( Chapter 1, Class 12 NCERT Fundamentals of Human Geography)
Answer.
Naturalisation of humans means a stage when human beings lived very closely with nature and were completely dependent on it for their survival.
At this stage:
- Humans adapted to nature instead of controlling it.
- Technology was very simple and primitive.
- People respected, feared, and worshipped nature.
- So, humans almost lived like a part of nature itself.
In ancient times:
Humans had very low technological development.
They did not have machines or advanced tools.
They depended fully on:
- Forests
- Rivers
- Climate
- Animals
Because of this, they accepted nature’s rules and lived according to them.
This condition is called:
- Naturalisation of humans
At that time:
- Nature controlled human life.
- Humans had little power to change the environment.
This idea is known as:
- Environmental Determinism
Example:
- If rain failed → people suffered famine.
- If forests were dense → people lived in forests.
Characteristics of Naturalised Humans:
Naturalised humans:
- Listened to nature
- They were afraid of natural forces
- They worshipped natural elements
- They used simple tools for agriculture
- They lived in harmony with the environment
They treated nature as:
- “Mother Nature”
Example of Benda:
The story of Benda clearly illustrates naturalisation.
Benda:
- Lives deep inside the forest
- Practices of shifting cultivation
- Depends on forest plants and water
- Worships forest spirits
- Uses simple tools like an axe
He feels:
- He is a part of nature, not separate from it.
This is a perfect example of a naturalised human.
You may also:
ConversionConversion EmoticonEmoticon