WBCS.LIVE practice question

The __________ is famous for ‘Karewa’ formations.

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

Answer options

  1. Kashmir Himalayas
  2. Thar Desert
  3. Rann of Kutch
  4. Coromandel Coast

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Kashmir Himalayas

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Kashmir Himalayas. Karewa formations are thick deposits of glacial clay and other fine sediments found in the Kashmir Valley. These are lacustrine (lake-origin) deposits that are highly fertile and ideal for growing saffron and other crops. They provide important information about the geological history of the region.