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Distinguish between:
(i) Bhangar and Khadar
(ii) the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats
(i) Bhangar: The largest part of the northern plain is formed of older alluvium which lies above the floodplains of the rivers and gives a terrace-like feature. This region is known as Bhangar. The soil in this region contains calcareous deposits, locally known as kankar.
Khadar: The newer, younger deposits of the floodplains are called khadar. They are renewed almost every year, become fertile, and are ideal for intensive agriculture.
(ii)Western Ghats:
Eastern Ghats: