Which type of soil is mainly found in the piedmont plains such as Duars, Chos and Terai?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Alluvial soil.
Alluvial soil is predominantly found in the piedmont plains, which are areas at the foot of mountains where rivers deposit the sediments they carry from the higher elevations. Regions like the Duars in West Bengal and Assam, the Chos in the foothills of the Shiwaliks in Punjab, and the Terai belt along the Himalayan foothills in North India are prime examples. These areas are characterized by the deposition of vast amounts of alluvium, making the soil highly fertile and suitable for agriculture.