Question

differentiate between bhabar and khadar define bhabar

Answer 1

BHABAR :

1. It lies along the foot of the Shiwaliks from the Indus to the Tista.

2. It is 8 to 16 kms wide.

3. It comprises of pebble- studded rocks in the shape of porus beds.

4. Due to porosity of the rocks, the streams disappear and flow underground.

5. This region is not much suitable for agriculture.

KHADAR :

1. It is not the largest part of Northern

2. It is made up of new alluvium and fine granules.

3. The soil is frequently renewed due to frequent flooding.

4. It does not contain calcareous deposits of calcium.

5. It is Suitable foe extensive cultivation.

BANGAR :

1. It is the largest part of Northern plain.

2. It is made up of alluvium.

3. The soil in this region is not renewed frequently, it is old alluvial soil.

4. It is not very fertile.

5. It contains calcareous deposits locally known as 'Kankar '.

Answer 2

bhabar-

the rivers, after descending from the mountains deposit pebbles in a narrow belt of about 8 to 16 km in width lying parallel to the slopes of the Shiwaliks.

khadar-

the newer, younger deposits of the flood plains.