Which soil is best for sugarcane cultivation? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil is best for sugarcane cultivation?

A. Laterite soil

B. Desert soil

C. Black soil

D. Alluvial soil

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Alluvial soil in river plains provides fertile conditions suitable for sugarcane cultivation.

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Question #1

Bhangar soil is characterized by:

A. Old alluvium with kankar nodules

B. Desert origin

C. New alluvium

D. Volcanic origin

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Bhangar is older alluvium containing kankar (calcium carbonate) nodules and is less fertile than Khadar.

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Question #2

Which soil conservation measure involves growing alternate strips of crops?

A. Mulching

B. Strip Cropping

C. Afforestation

D. Terracing

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Strip cropping reduces runoff velocity and helps prevent soil erosion.

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Question #3

Which process enriches the upper soil layer with organic matter?

A. Humification

B. Salinization

C. Leaching

D. Erosion

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Humification is the conversion of organic matter into humus.

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