Badlands Formation is a type of landform characterized by steep slopes, minimal vegetation, and a lack of surface water. It is created by the erosion of soft sedimentary rocks such as shale, siltstone, and sandstone. The term 'BADLANDS' is derived from the French phrase 'les mauvaises terres à traverser, ' which translates to 'bad lands to cross.' The most common type of BADLANDS formation is mesa, which is a flat-topped hill or mountain with steep sides.