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What are the calcareous deposits found in the Bhangar region locally known as?

AAlluvium

BKankar

CBoulders

DSandbars

Answer:

B. Kankar

Read Explanation:

BHANGAR

  • The largest part of the northern plain is formed of older alluvium.

  • It lies above the floodplains of the rivers and presents a terrace like feature.

  • This part is known as bhangar.

  • The soil in this region contains calcareous deposits, locally known as Kankar


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