Q156 / 180 · AIIMS 2009 · Zoology

Homo erectus evolved during

Correct answer
A
pleistocene
B
miocene
C
pliocene
D
holocene.

Solution

Homo erectus appeared about 1.7 million years ago in middle pleistocene. $H$. erectus evolved from Homo habilis. He was about 1.5-1.8 metres tall.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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