Which region of India has black soils derived from volcanic lava flows? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which region of India has black soils derived from volcanic lava flows?

A. Deccan Trap Region

B. Indo-Gangetic Plain

C. Sundarbans

D. Western Himalayas

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKExamLibrary)

The Deccan Trap region consists of basaltic lava flows that weather into black soil.

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