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Physical Features Of India

Question
CBSEENSS9008961

Distinguish between Terai and Bhabar region.

Solution

Terai

Bhabar

(i)Terai is a broad long zone south of Bhabar plain.

(ii)It is a marshy, wet and marshy area covered with thick forests.

(iii)It is 20-30 kms wide.

(iv)Many streams re-emerge here from the Bhabar area.

(v)It is suitable for agriculture.

(i)Bhabar is a long narrow plain along the foothills.

(ii)It is a pebble studded zone of porous beds.

(iii)It is 8-16 kms wide.

(iv)Streams are lost in the region due to porous rocks.

(v)It is unsuitable for agriculture.