Which region of India has the largest area under alluvial soil? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which region of India has the largest area under alluvial soil?

A. Western Ghats

B. Indo-Gangetic Plains

C. Thar Desert

D. Deccan Plateau

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Indo-Gangetic Plains have the largest extent of alluvial soil in India.

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Which soil is also called Arid soil?

A. Alluvial soil

B. Laterite soil

C. Desert soil

D. Black soil

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Desert soil is also known as arid soil and is found in dry regions.

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Question #2

Which region is famous for black cotton soil?

A. Deccan Plateau

B. Western Himalayas

C. Brahmaputra Valley

D. Northern Plains

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Deccan Plateau has extensive black soil derived from volcanic basalt.

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Question #3

Which process is responsible for the concentration of iron oxides in laterite soils?

A. Leaching

B. Salinization

C. Calcification

D. Humification

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Leaching removes soluble materials, leaving iron and aluminum oxides concentrated.

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