Which soil is older and lies above flood levels? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil is older and lies above flood levels?

A. Khadar

B. Laterite

C. Regur

D. Bhangar

Answer: Option D

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Bhangar represents older alluvial deposits found on slightly elevated terraces.

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Which soil is most widely found in the Indo-Gangetic plain?

A. Black soil

B. Mountain soil

C. Alluvial soil

D. Red soil

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Which state has significant red soil areas supporting ragi cultivation?

A. Punjab

B. Haryana

C. Karnataka

D. Bihar

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Which state is known for red soil-based groundnut cultivation?

A. Andhra Pradesh

B. Uttarakhand

C. Punjab

D. Haryana

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Groundnut is extensively cultivated in the red soil regions of Andhra Pradesh.

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