The theory explaining continental movement was proposed by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The theory explaining continental movement was proposed by:

A. Charles Lyell

B. Alfred Wegener

C. Arthur Holmes

D. James Hutton

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Alfred Wegener proposed the Continental Drift Theory in 1912.

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