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

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Which soil is best suited for paddy cultivation?

A. Desert soil

B. Laterite soil

C. Black soil

D. Alluvial soil

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Alluvial soil retains water well, making it ideal for rice cultivation.

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Question #1

Which soil is generally most suitable for banana cultivation in river valleys?

A. Mountain Soil

B. Desert Soil

C. Alluvial Soil

D. Saline Soil

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Bananas grow well in fertile, moisture-retentive alluvial soils.

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Question #2

Which crop is most commonly associated with alluvial soils of Bihar?

A. Tea

B. Coffee

C. Rubber

D. Maize

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Bihar's fertile alluvial soils support extensive maize cultivation.

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Question #3

Which soil type generally supports the widest variety of crops in India?

A. Peaty Soil

B. Alluvial Soil

C. Saline Soil

D. Desert Soil

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Alluvial soil is highly fertile and suitable for cereals, pulses, sugarcane, oilseeds, fruits, and vegetables.

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