With reference to the Karewas, consider the following statements:1.karewas are mainly devoted to the cultivation of saffron.2.Absence of fossils is one of their major Characteristic.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Q. With reference to the Karewas, consider the following statements:
1.karewas are mainly devoted to the cultivation of saffron.
2.Absence of fossils is one of their major Characteristic.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Karewas are lacustrine deposits [deposits in lake] in the Valley of Kashmir and Jammu Division. They are characterized by the presence of fossils of mammals and at places by peat. They are used for the cultivation of saffron, almond, walnut, apple and orchards.

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Q. With reference to the Karewas, consider the following statements: 1.karewas are mainly devoted to the cultivation of saffron. 2.Absence of fossils is one of their major Characteristic.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Q. With reference to the Karewas, consider the following statements:
1.karewas are mainly devoted to the cultivation of saffron.
2.Absence of fossils is one of their major Characteristic.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?