Question: With reference to Bangar soil, consider the following statements.I. It is suitable for the extensive cultivation.II. It covers large part of the Gangetic plain.III. The soil is frequently renewed because of flooding.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Options:
3
Only I
Both I and III
Only II
🔑Key Points
 Bangar plains are part of Gangetic Plains are less fertile because they are present at high elevated point.
These plains are free from flooding and famous for its older alluvial deposits.
Therefore, statement 1 and 3 are incorrect.
Bangar land covers the largest part of Northern Gangetic Plains.
Therefore, statement 2 is correct.
🛑Additional Information Difference between Bangar and Khadar.
            BANGAR
       KHADAR
 Bangar plains are part of Gangetic Plains are less fertile because they are present at high elevated point.
These plains are free from flooding and famous for its older alluvial deposits.
Therefore, statement 1 and 3 are incorrect.
Bangar land covers the largest part of Northern Gangetic Plains.
Therefore, statement 2 is correct.
🛑Additional Information Difference between Bangar and Khadar.
            BANGAR
       KHADAR
highly elevated land
low land area
made up of old alluvial deposits
new alluvial deposits
less fertile
more fertile
it contains "Kankars" – calcerous deposits
contains fine silt and clay