Which term is related to land between two rivers?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Doab
A doab is the tract of land, often fertile, lying between two rivers; therefore, Doab is correct. Khadar refers to newer alluvium in floodplains, whereas Terai is the marshy belt along the Himalayan foothills. Exam tip: remember ‘do’ and ‘ab’ as land between two watercourses.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Doab
Why is this the correct answer?
A doab is the tract of land, often fertile, lying between two rivers; therefore, Doab is correct. Khadar refers to newer alluvium in floodplains, whereas Terai is the marshy belt along the Himalayan foothills. Exam tip: remember ‘do’ and ‘ab’ as land between two watercourses.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Geography question. Chapter: Physical Features of India. Topic: The Northern Plains.