The theory of 'Uniformitarianism' was proposed by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The theory of 'Uniformitarianism' was proposed by:

A. James Hutton

B. Charles Lyell

C. William Morris Davis

D. Alfred Wegener

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

James Hutton proposed Uniformitarianism, explaining that geological processes occurring today also operated in the geological past.

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