Characteristics of Nomadic People Are:

(i) In contrast to other subsistence farmers pastoral nomads depend primarily on animals rather than crops for survival.

(ii) Most nomadic people follow a barter system though some use money also. They exchange animals for food or grains.

(iii) The size of the herd is both an important measure of power and prestige and their main security during adverse environmental conditions.

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(iv) The animals provide milk; butter and their skins and hair are used for clothing and tents.