Laterite soils are commonly found in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Laterite soils are commonly found in:

A. Indo-Gangetic plains

B. Thar Desert

C. Western Ghats

D. Punjab plains

Answer: Option C

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Laterite soils are common in the Western Ghats due to heavy rainfall and tropical climate.

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Which soil is best conserved using afforestation?

A. Alluvial soil

B. Black soil

C. Mountain soil

D. Desert soil

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Afforestation helps stabilize mountain soil and prevent erosion.

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Which type of soil is generally found in regions receiving rainfall greater than 200 cm annually?

A. Desert Soil

B. Laterite Soil

C. Black Soil

D. Saline Soil

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Heavy rainfall causes intense leaching, resulting in the formation of laterite soils.

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The uppermost fertile layer of soil is known as:

A. Topsoil

B. Parent Rock

C. Subsoil

D. Bedrock

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Topsoil contains humus and nutrients essential for plant growth.

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