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Q. With reference to the division of Punjab by the Sutlej river, consider the following statements:
  1. The Sutlej river divides Punjab into Malwa and Doaba-Majha regions.
  2. The soil north of Sutlej is fine alluvium, while south of Sutlej, it is sandy loam.
  3. The soil north of Sutlej is suitable for cotton and coarse grains, while south of Sutlej it is ideal for horticulture and wheat.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Answer: Only 1 and 2
Notes: Statement 1 is correct—Sutlej divides Punjab into Malwa (south) and Doaba-Majha (north). Statement 2 is correct; fine alluvium is found north, whereas south may have sandy loam. Statement 3 is incorrect; north is suitable for horticulture and wheat, south favors cotton and coarse grains.
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📌 Question Number: 119 in Geography & Environment of Punjab in the above course in App.