Geography
During my visit to the flood plains of Uttar Pradesh, I witnessed immense agricultural development. Mention the soil type found here and the characteristic features of it.
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The soil type found in the flood plains of Uttar Pradesh is Khadar Alluvial soil. Its characteristic features are as follows-
- Khadar is younger alluvium as flood waters deposit new layers every year.
- It is formed of fine silt and clay.
- Khadar is light in colour.
- It is light and porous. So, it is easily tillable.
- Khadar is very fertile and ideal for intensive cultivation.
- It is suitable for the growth of a large variety of rabi and kharif crops.
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