Which soil is mostly found in Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga and Champaran districts?
- ABlack soil
- BNew alluvium
- COld alluvium
- DRed soil
- ENone of the above / More than one of the above
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: (b) New alluvium
Explanation
In Darbhanga and Muzaffarpur districts, new alluvial soil (Khadar) is found. New alluvial soil (Khadar) is formed due to the deposition of debris/silt brought every year by the flood water of rivers. In East Champaran and West Champaran districts of Bihar, along with new alluvial soil (Khadar), Terai soil and Balsundari soil are also found.