Q. Which among the following statements is/are correct about Limestone Pavements?
  1. A Limestone pavement is a karst landform having an incised surface of exposed limestone.
  2. Limestone pavement is a term usually used in UK and Ireland.
  3. In other regions of the world they are commonly called as Alvars.
Select the correct code from the options given below:

Answer: 1, 2 & 3
Notes: A Limestone pavement is a karst landform having an incised surface of exposed limestone. Limestone pavement is a term usually used in UK and Ireland. In other regions of the world they are commonly called as Alvars. Alvars are limestone plains with little or no vegetation.

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