The Northern Plains of India are made of alluvial soil. They are formed by the interplay of which three rivers?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Indus, Ganga, Brahmaputra.
- The three river systems in the northern plain from east to west are the Brahmaputra, Ganga and Indus systems.
- The northern plains are the largest alluvial tract in the world. These plains extend approximately 3200 km from west to east.
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From the north to the south, the northern plains can be divided into three major zones: The Bhabar, The Tarai, and the alluvial plains.