Question

Consider the following statements:
1. The plain of younger alluvium is called Bhangar.
2. The plain of older alluvium is called Khadar.
Which of the statements given above is/are true?

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 2
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. None of these

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

None of these

• The plain of younger alluvium is called Khadar
• The plain of older alluvium is called Bhangar
• The above classification of soils is called Geological classification of alluvial soils
• The Bhabar and Terai are the other types under alluvial soil geological classification system
• Bhabar- Not suitable for agriculture due to its porous nature.
• Terai - Thicky and marshy tract with richness in Nitrogen. It is suitable for certain type of crops like wheat, rice, etc. Also, well known for Fauna.