Question

Which of the following statements are True?

1. The Brahmaputra river valley plains are known for their sandy soil, which is ideal for growing crops like cotton.
2. The Brahmaputra river flows from the northeast to the southwest direction before it takes an almost 90° southward turn at Dhubri before it enters into Bangladesh.

• A. 1, 2
• B. All
• C. 2 only
• D. 1 only

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 2 only

NORTHERN PLAIN Brahmaputra Plains

• The Brahmaputra river flows from the northeast to the southwest direction before it takes an almost 90° southward turn at Dhubri before it enters into Bangladesh.

• These river valley plains have a fertile alluvial soil cover which supports a variety of crops like wheat, rice, sugarcane and jute, and hence, supports a large population