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

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The theory of 'Uniformitarianism' was proposed by:

A. William Morris Davis

B. Alfred Wegener

C. Charles Lyell

D. James Hutton

Answer: Option D

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

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