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 #71
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Which soil type generally contains more potash and lime than nitrogen?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Black soil is rich in lime, iron, magnesium, and potash but relatively deficient in nitrogen and phosphorus.
Black soil is rich in lime, iron, magnesium, and potash but relatively deficient in nitrogen and phosphorus.
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Question #72
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Which soil is formed due to intense leaching under tropical climatic conditions?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Laterite soil forms under high rainfall and temperature conditions where intense leaching removes soluble minerals.
Laterite soil forms under high rainfall and temperature conditions where intense leaching removes soluble minerals.
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Question #73
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The word 'Laterite' is derived from a Latin word meaning:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The term laterite originates from the Latin word 'Later', meaning brick, because the soil hardens like bricks when exposed.
The term laterite originates from the Latin word 'Later', meaning brick, because the soil hardens like bricks when exposed.
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Question #74
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Which soil is commonly found in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and eastern Maharashtra?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Red soil is widespread in the southern and eastern parts of the Peninsular Plateau.
Red soil is widespread in the southern and eastern parts of the Peninsular Plateau.
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Question #75
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Which soil type has the highest water-holding capacity?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Black soil has high clay content, enabling it to retain moisture for long periods.
Black soil has high clay content, enabling it to retain moisture for long periods.
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Question #76
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Which soil type is most vulnerable to wind erosion?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Desert soil consists mainly of loose sand particles that are easily carried away by wind.
Desert soil consists mainly of loose sand particles that are easily carried away by wind.
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Question #77
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Which soil is often referred to as 'transported soil'?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Alluvial soil is transported and deposited by rivers, unlike residual soils that remain where they form.
Alluvial soil is transported and deposited by rivers, unlike residual soils that remain where they form.
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Question #78
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The soil found in the Sundarbans Delta is mainly:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Sundarbans Delta is formed by alluvial deposits brought by the Ganga-Brahmaputra river system.
The Sundarbans Delta is formed by alluvial deposits brought by the Ganga-Brahmaputra river system.
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Question #79
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Which soil type is generally poor in humus because of high temperatures and rapid decomposition?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Red soils are generally deficient in humus due to rapid oxidation of organic matter in warm climates.
Red soils are generally deficient in humus due to rapid oxidation of organic matter in warm climates.
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Question #80
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Which state has the largest area under black soil?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Maharashtra contains the largest continuous stretch of black soil in India.
Maharashtra contains the largest continuous stretch of black soil in India.
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Geography GK
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