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Geography GK · Q170

Agriculture And Soil In Indian Geography

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 170

Q170

Which one of the following types of erosion is responsible for the formation of Chambal Ravines?

A.
Splash
B.
Sheet
C.
Rill
D.
Gully
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
Gully erosion is responsible for the formation of Chambal Ravines. Ravines are a type of fluvial erosional feature and are formed as result of constant vertical erosion by streams and rivers flowing over semi arid and arid regions. The region through which the Chambal river flows does not receive enough rainfall to create ravines that are 60–80 m deep.