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The 'Terai' region lying south of the Bhabar belt in Northern India is characterized by which of the following specific physical conditions?

A. Dry, sandy soil with excessive percolation
B. Swampy, marshy land where underground streams re-emerge✓ Correct Answer
C. Rocky badland topography prone to gully erosion
D. High salinity due to intense evaporation

💡 Solution & Explanation

South of the porous Bhabar belt, underground streams re-emerge to create the Terai region, a wet, swampy, and marshy tract characterized by dense forests and abundant wildlife. This zone owes its high moisture content to sluggish drainage and surface water pooling.

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