Soils of India MCQs
Practice Soils of India MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering alluvial soil, black soil, red soil, laterite soil, desert soil, mountain soil, soil formation, soil conservation, soil distribution and important agriculture-related geography topics frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.
Question #361
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Which soil type is most affected by leaching?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Heavy rainfall causes intense leaching in laterite soils, removing nutrients from the upper layers.
Heavy rainfall causes intense leaching in laterite soils, removing nutrients from the upper layers.
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Question #362
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Which soil is known for supporting plantation crops such as coffee, tea, rubber, and cashew?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Laterite soils, when properly managed, are ideal for plantation crops in high-rainfall regions.
Laterite soils, when properly managed, are ideal for plantation crops in high-rainfall regions.
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Question #363
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Which Indian soil type is most closely associated with the Deccan Trap?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Black soil originates from the weathering of Deccan Trap basaltic lava rocks.
Black soil originates from the weathering of Deccan Trap basaltic lava rocks.
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Question #364
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Which soil type generally requires the greatest amount of irrigation for successful agriculture?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Desert soils have poor moisture retention and receive low rainfall, making irrigation essential.
Desert soils have poor moisture retention and receive low rainfall, making irrigation essential.
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Question #365
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Among Indian soils, which one is most famous for cotton cultivation?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Black soil is widely known as black cotton soil because it is exceptionally suitable for cotton cultivation.
Black soil is widely known as black cotton soil because it is exceptionally suitable for cotton cultivation.
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Question #366
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Which soil is known as transported soil in India?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Alluvial soil is called transported soil because it is carried and deposited by rivers.
Alluvial soil is called transported soil because it is carried and deposited by rivers.
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Question #367
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Which soil is mainly formed in situ (in place) rather than transported?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Black soil is mainly formed in situ from the weathering of basaltic lava rocks.
Black soil is mainly formed in situ from the weathering of basaltic lava rocks.
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Question #368
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Which soil shows the phenomenon of 'self-aeration' due to deep cracks?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Black soil develops deep cracks in dry season allowing natural aeration.
Black soil develops deep cracks in dry season allowing natural aeration.
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Question #369
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Which soil is most suitable for irrigation-based agriculture in India?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Alluvial soil is highly fertile and supports irrigated crops like rice and wheat.
Alluvial soil is highly fertile and supports irrigated crops like rice and wheat.
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Question #370
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Which soil is most widely found in Rajasthan?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Desert soil is dominant in Rajasthan due to arid climate conditions.
Desert soil is dominant in Rajasthan due to arid climate conditions.
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Question #371
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Which soil is rich in soluble salts in arid regions?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Desert soils often accumulate soluble salts due to high evaporation.
Desert soils often accumulate soluble salts due to high evaporation.
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Question #372
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Which soil is most affected by wind erosion in India?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Desert soil in arid regions is highly prone to wind erosion.
Desert soil in arid regions is highly prone to wind erosion.
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Question #373
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Which soil is ideal for plantation crops like tea in Assam?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Alluvial soil in Assam valley supports tea cultivation due to fertility and moisture.
Alluvial soil in Assam valley supports tea cultivation due to fertility and moisture.
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Question #374
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Which soil is best for cotton cultivation in Maharashtra?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Black soil in Maharashtra is famous for cotton production.
Black soil in Maharashtra is famous for cotton production.
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Question #375
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Which soil is also called 'calcareous soil' in some arid regions?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Desert soils often contain calcium carbonate nodules called kankar.
Desert soils often contain calcium carbonate nodules called kankar.
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Question #376
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Which soil horizon is the parent rock layer?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
C-horizon consists of weathered parent material beneath the soil layers.
C-horizon consists of weathered parent material beneath the soil layers.
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Question #377
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Which soil is most important for wheat cultivation in Punjab?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Punjab has fertile alluvial soil suitable for wheat cultivation.
Punjab has fertile alluvial soil suitable for wheat cultivation.
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Question #378
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Which soil is formed due to deposition in flood plains?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Flood plains are built by deposition of alluvium from rivers.
Flood plains are built by deposition of alluvium from rivers.
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Question #379
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Which soil is most suitable for sugarcane in Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Alluvial soil supports sugarcane due to high fertility and water availability.
Alluvial soil supports sugarcane due to high fertility and water availability.
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Question #380
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Which soil is known for low moisture retention in India?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Desert soil has poor water retention due to sandy texture.
Desert soil has poor water retention due to sandy texture.
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