Which soil type covers maximum area in India? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil type covers maximum area in India?

A. Desert soil

B. Black soil

C. Red soil

D. Alluvial soil

Answer: Option D

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Alluvial soil covers the largest area in India, especially in northern plains.

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Which soil is best known for sugarcane in Uttar Pradesh?

A. Alluvial soil

B. Laterite soil

C. Black soil

D. Red soil

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Alluvial soil in UP supports sugarcane due to fertility and irrigation availability.

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Which soil horizon is known as subsoil?

A. A Horizon

B. O Horizon

C. R Horizon

D. B Horizon

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The B Horizon lies below the topsoil and contains minerals leached from upper layers.

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Which soil horizon contains the maximum biological activity?

A. C Horizon

B. B Horizon

C. R Horizon

D. A Horizon

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The A Horizon or topsoil contains humus and supports maximum microbial and biological activity.

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