Question

Arrange the following concentric land use zones from centre to the periphery as per Von Thunen's Theory.
A. Market Gardens
B. Three-field system
C. Extensive cattle raising
D. Wood production
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

• A. A, C, D, B
• B. D, A, B, C
• C. C, B, A, D
• D. A, D, B, C

Hint:

To remember: Perishables (Milk/Veg) $\rightarrow$ Fuel (Wood) $\rightarrow$ Grains $\rightarrow$ Animals (that can walk).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Concept: Von Thünen’s model of agricultural land use predicts a series of concentric rings around a central market city. The placement of a specific activity in a ring depends on its perishability and transportation costs relative to its weight.

Step 1: Mapping the Concentric Rings.
The classical model identifies the following sequence:
• Ring 1 (Inner): Market Gardening and Dairying. These products are highly perishable and must reach the market quickly. (A)
• Ring 2: Forestry/Wood Production. Wood was the primary fuel and building material; it is very heavy and expensive to transport, so it must be close to the city. (D)
• Ring 3, 4, 5: Various types of Crop Farming (e.g., Six-field, then Three-field system). These are less perishable than milk and less heavy than timber. (B)
• Ring 6 (Periphery): Extensive Livestock/Cattle Raising. Cattle can be "walked" to the market, resulting in low transport costs despite the distance. (C)

Step 2: Arranging the Order.
Centre $\rightarrow$ Periphery: A (Gardens) $\rightarrow$ D (Wood) $\rightarrow$ B (Three-field) $\rightarrow$ C (Cattle).

Step 3: Conclusion.
The sequence is A, D, B, C.