Which soil is commonly used for oilseed cultivation in India? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil is commonly used for oilseed cultivation in India?

A. Laterite soil

B. Black soil

C. Desert soil

D. Mountain soil

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Black soil supports oilseed crops like groundnut and sunflower.

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Question #1

Which soil is best known for sugarcane in Uttar Pradesh?

A. Red soil

B. Alluvial soil

C. Laterite soil

D. Black soil

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Correct Answer: Option B

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

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Question #2

Which soil is most deficient in organic matter?

A. Alluvial Soil

B. Mountain Soil

C. Peaty Soil

D. Desert Soil

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Desert soils have very low organic matter due to sparse vegetation and arid climate.

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Question #3

Which crop is extensively grown on mountain soils of Himachal Pradesh?

A. Groundnut

B. Jute

C. Apple

D. Cotton

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Apple orchards are widely cultivated on mountain soils in Himachal Pradesh.

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