Question

In the context of the Great Plain of India, which term refers to the newer alluvium deposits?

• A. Bhangar
• B. Bhabar
• C. Terai
• D. Khadar

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Khadar

The Great plain of India

• It is formed by the Indus, the Ganga and the Brahmaputra rivers.

• It mainly consists of alluvial soils.

• It covers an area of over 7 lakh sq km. Important characteristics incude Bhabar (unassorted sediments), Terai (marshy tract), Bhangar (older alluvium) and Khadar (newer alluvium)