“……They are people of yellow complexion, oblique eyes, high cheek bones, sparse hair and medium height.” The reference here is to
- ANordic Aryans
- BAustrics
- CNegroids
- DMongoloidsCorrect
Explanation
The correct answer is D Mongoloids.
The physical characteristics described in the statement are classic anthropological traits used to identify the Mongoloid race. Key features include the epicanthic fold which results in oblique eyes, prominent or high cheekbones, yellowish skin tones, and relatively less body and facial hair compared to other groups. In the Indian context, these populations are primarily found in the Himalayan regions and the North Eastern states.
In contrast, Nordic Aryans are typically associated with fair skin and tall stature, Austrics with dark skin and flat noses, and Negroids with dark skin and woolly hair.
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