WBCS.LIVE practice question

The 'Barind Tract' (Barendra Bhumi) is a geographical region located in which part of West Bengal?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Western Plateau
  2. North Bengal Plains
  3. Sundarbans Delta
  4. Coastal Medinipur

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: North Bengal Plains

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) North Bengal Plains šŸ“š Explanation: The Barind Tract is a large area of old alluvial soil located in the North Bengal districts of Malda, Dakshin Dinajpur, and Uttar Dinajpur. It is characterized by stiff, reddish clay soil which is relatively less fertile than the newer silt of the surrounding plains. This region is traditionally a major producer of mangoes and paddy.