Which one of the following is not a land-use category?

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Q: (CDS-I/2020)

Which one of the following is not a land-use category?

question_subject: 

Geography

question_exam: 

CDS-I

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{'marginal land': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'pasture land': [1, 0, 0, 1], 'land': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'forestland': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'use category': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'barren': [0, 0, 0, 3]}

All the options listed are related to how land can be used; however, these categories can vary depending on their definition in different contexts.

Option 1: "Forestland" refers to land that is predominantly covered by trees. It is widely recognized as a specific land-use category because it supports a unique ecosystem and contributes to the carbon cycle.

Option 2: "Pasture land" is another recognized land-use category. This type of land is used to graze livestock and supports the production of meat, dairy, and wool.

Option 3: "Marginal land" pertains to land that has little or no potential for profit in its current state. This land may be too rocky, too dry, or generally unsuitable for traditional crops or farming.

Option 4: "Barren and wasteland" is not necessarily a land-use category. Rather, this refers to a description of land condition. Generally, barren lands or wastelands refer to spaces that cannot support any noticeable plant or animal life because of harsh conditions or degradation. These areas, however, may still fall under other land-use categories, depending on how they are utilized or managed. For instance, a barren land may still be used for mining purposes.

Based on the above explanations, the