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What is the difference between Khadar and Bhangar?
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Solution
| Basis | Bhangar | Khadar |
| Composition | It is a highland composed of old alluvium. | It’s a lowland composed of new alluvium. |
| Flood | It is always above the level of flood plains. | It is flooded almost every year. |
| Fertility | It comprises canvanious nodules. | It comprises clay soil which is normally fertile. |
| Suitability | It is not much suited for agriculture. | It is suited for agriculture. Intensive agriculture is practiced here. |
| Other names | It is known as dhaya in Punjab. | It is known as bate in Punjab. |
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