Which soil is extensively used for paddy cultivation in delta regions? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil is extensively used for paddy cultivation in delta regions?

A. Mountain Soil

B. Black Soil

C. Desert Soil

D. Alluvial Soil

Answer: Option D

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Deltaic alluvial soils are fertile and retain sufficient moisture for rice cultivation.

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Which soil is also known as 'Usar' soil in India?

A. Mountain Soil

B. Red Soil

C. Saline and Alkaline Soil

D. Black Soil

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Usar refers to saline and alkaline soils that contain excessive salts and have poor fertility.

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Question #2

Which soil is formed due to intense leaching under tropical climatic conditions?

A. Desert Soil

B. Black Soil

C. Laterite Soil

D. Alluvial Soil

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Laterite soil forms under high rainfall and temperature conditions where intense leaching removes soluble minerals.

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Question #3

Which soil is commonly called 'Bangar' in the Northern Plains?

A. Old alluvial soil

B. New alluvial soil

C. Black soil

D. Red soil

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Bangar refers to the older alluvial soil found on higher terraces above the floodplains. It often contains kankar nodules and is less fertile than Khadar.

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