Which soil is commonly called 'Bangar' in the Northern Plains? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which soil is commonly called 'Bangar' in the Northern Plains?
A. New alluvial soil
B. Red soil
C. Old alluvial soil
D. Black soil
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Bangar refers to the older alluvial soil found on higher terraces above the floodplains. It often contains kankar nodules and is less fertile than Khadar.

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Question #1
Bhangar refers to:
A. Old alluvial deposits
B. Desert soil deposits
C. New alluvial deposits
D. Red soil deposits

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Bhangar represents older alluvial deposits found above the floodplain level and often contains calcareous nodules.

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Question #2
Which soil develops due to the decomposition of volcanic rocks?
A. Black Soil
B. Desert Soil
C. Red Soil
D. Forest Soil

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Black soil develops from the weathering of basaltic volcanic rocks found in the Deccan Trap region.

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Question #3
Which soil is generally found along the foothills of the Himalayas?
A. Desert Soil
B. Black Soil
C. Laterite Soil
D. Forest and Mountain Soil

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Mountain and forest soils occur extensively along the Himalayan foothills.

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