Bangar and Khadar are types of which kind of soil?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Alluvial.
Explanation:
● Alluvial soil is the most widespread soil in India, particularly in the Northern Plains.
● Bangar is the older alluvium, often found in upland areas and containing calcareous deposits (Kankar).
● Khadar is the newer alluvium, which is more fertile and deposited by rivers annually during floods.
Information Booster:
● Alluvial soil is rich in potash but generally poor in phosphorus.
● It is ideal for growing crops like wheat, rice, sugarcane, and pulses.
● It covers about 40% of the total land area of India.
Additional Knowledge:
● Black Soil – Also known as Regur soil, best for cotton cultivation.
● Yellow/Red Soil – Develops on crystalline igneous rocks in areas of low rainfall.
● Arid Soil – Sandy in texture and saline in nature, found in Western Rajasthan.