Red and Yellow soils are mainly found in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Red and Yellow soils are mainly found in:

A. Punjab Plains

B. Peninsular India

C. Western Himalayas

D. Thar Desert

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Red and yellow soils are widespread in peninsular India, especially in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh.

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Which factor determines the color of most soils?

A. Mineral Composition

B. Wind Speed

C. Population Density

D. Altitude Only

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Soil color largely depends on mineral content, especially iron compounds and organic matter.

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Question #2

Which soil is commonly found in Kerala and Karnataka?

A. Black soil

B. Desert soil

C. Laterite soil

D. Alluvial soil

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Laterite soil is common in Kerala and Karnataka due to heavy rainfall.

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Question #3

The primary source of alluvial soil deposits in India is:

A. Sea waves

B. Glaciers only

C. Volcanoes

D. Rivers

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Rivers transport and deposit sediments that form fertile alluvial soils.

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