Question

Q. With reference to Karewas, which of the following statements is/are correct?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 1 and 3 only
• C. 2 and 3 only
• D. 1, 2 and 3 only

Answer 1

The correct option is D 1, 2 and 3 only

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is correct: Karewas are the thick deposits of glacial clay and other materials embedded with moraines.Karewas were formed during the Pleistocene Period (1 million years ago) when the entire Valley of Kashmir was underwater. Due to the rise of Pir Panjal, the drainage was impounded and a lake of about 5000 sq. km area was developed and thus a basin was formed. Subsequently, the lake was drained through Baramulla gorge. The deposits left in the process are known as karewas
• Statement 2 is correct: Karewas are the flat-topped mounds that border the Kashmir Valley on all sides. They are characterized by fossils of mammals and at places by peat.
• Statement 3 is correct: The thickness of karewas is about 1400 m. Karewas are useful for the cultivation of Saffron.