Bhangar soil is characterized by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Bhangar soil is characterized by:

A. New alluvium

B. Desert origin

C. Old alluvium with kankar nodules

D. Volcanic origin

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Bhangar is older alluvium containing kankar (calcium carbonate) nodules and is less fertile than Khadar.

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