The Upper Indus valley in Ladakh contains which type of soil?

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Alluvial soil is found on the river terraces of Indus and its tributaries. Leh, Shey, Basgo, Tingmosgang and Chushul have this type of soil. The colour of this soil varies from light to dark brown. With the help of irrigation in the Upper Indus region, the cultivation of vegetables, barley, millets, pulses, fodder, apricot and orchids takes place.