The old alluvium of the Northern Plains generally contains: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The old alluvium of the Northern Plains generally contains:

A. Peat

B. Laterite

C. Kankar

D. Humus

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Old alluvial soils (Bangar) contain kankar nodules made of calcium carbonate.

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