Q308
Which type of soil is formed by the deposition of sediments brought by the rivers?
A.
Valley Soil
B.
Highland Soil
C.
Alluvial Soil
AnswerD.
None of these
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
Alluvial soil is found in the flood plains of Jhelum and Sind rivers, plains of Jammu, Poonch, Udhampur, Kathua and Rajouri districts. These plains are formed by the deposition of silt, mud and sediments brought down by the rivers.