Which soil is formed from river deposits in narrow valleys between hills? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil is formed from river deposits in narrow valleys between hills?

A. Laterite Soil

B. Black Soil

C. Valley Alluvium

D. Residual Soil

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Valley alluvium develops where rivers deposit sediments within narrow valleys.

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Question #1

Which soil is found in river deltas of India?

A. Desert soil

B. Black soil

C. Alluvial soil

D. Laterite soil

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Alluvial soil is found in river deltas like Ganga-Brahmaputra, Godavari, and Krishna.

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Question #2

Which soil conservation method involves ploughing across the slope?

A. Strip Mining

B. Flood Irrigation

C. Deforestation

D. Contour Ploughing

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Contour ploughing follows land contours and reduces runoff.

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Question #3

Which soil is formed under high rainfall and temperature conditions?

A. Laterite soil

B. Alluvial soil

C. Black soil

D. Desert soil

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Laterite soil forms in tropical monsoon climate with heavy rainfall.

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