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Statewise GK · Q131

Uttar Pradesh GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 131

Q131

Which of the following terrains is known as older alluvial deposits?

A.
Terai belt
B.
Bhangar land
Answer
C.
Bhabar region
D.
Khadar land

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Old alluvium is called Bhangar. It contains calcareous deposits locally known as 'Kankar'. Soil is not very fertile. And hence not suitable for agriculture. Newer alluvium is called khadar. It contains new alluvium. Used extensively for agriculture. It has no calcareous deposits.