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 #41
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Soil erosion caused by running water is most common in:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Running water removes topsoil rapidly from steep slopes, causing severe erosion.
Running water removes topsoil rapidly from steep slopes, causing severe erosion.
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Geography GK
Soils of India
Question #42
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Which method helps prevent soil erosion on hill slopes?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Terrace farming reduces water runoff and prevents soil erosion on slopes.
Terrace farming reduces water runoff and prevents soil erosion on slopes.
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Question #43
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The removal of top fertile soil by wind is called:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Wind erosion is common in arid and semi-arid regions where loose soil is carried away by strong winds.
Wind erosion is common in arid and semi-arid regions where loose soil is carried away by strong winds.
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Question #44
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Which soil conservation method involves planting rows of trees?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Shelter belts reduce wind velocity and protect soil from wind erosion.
Shelter belts reduce wind velocity and protect soil from wind erosion.
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Soils of India
Question #45
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Contour ploughing is mainly practiced to:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Contour ploughing follows the natural contours of land and reduces runoff and erosion.
Contour ploughing follows the natural contours of land and reduces runoff and erosion.
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Question #46
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Which soil type is ideal for rice cultivation?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Alluvial soil retains adequate moisture and nutrients required for rice cultivation.
Alluvial soil retains adequate moisture and nutrients required for rice cultivation.
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Question #47
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Red and Yellow soils are mainly found in:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Red and yellow soils are widespread in peninsular India, especially in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh.
Red and yellow soils are widespread in peninsular India, especially in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh.
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Question #48
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Yellow color in red and yellow soil is due to:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Hydrated iron oxides impart a yellow color to these soils under moist conditions.
Hydrated iron oxides impart a yellow color to these soils under moist conditions.
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Question #49
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Which factor is NOT a soil-forming factor?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Climate, relief, parent material, organisms, and time are major soil-forming factors. Currency has no role.
Climate, relief, parent material, organisms, and time are major soil-forming factors. Currency has no role.
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Question #50
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The uppermost fertile layer of soil is known as:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Topsoil contains humus and nutrients essential for plant growth.
Topsoil contains humus and nutrients essential for plant growth.
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Geography GK
Soils of India
