Which soil is found in river flood plains? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil is found in river flood plains?

A. Laterite soil

B. Alluvial soil

C. Black soil

D. Red soil

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Alluvial soil is deposited in flood plains by rivers.

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Question #1

Which Indian state has a large area covered by black soil?

A. Maharashtra

B. Punjab

C. Haryana

D. Bihar

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Maharashtra has extensive black soil regions, especially in the Deccan Plateau, making it suitable for cotton cultivation.

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Question #2

Desert soil is generally deficient in:

A. Nitrogen and organic matter

B. Potash

C. Silica

D. Sand

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Desert soils are sandy and lack nitrogen and organic matter due to low vegetation cover.

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Question #3

Which soil is best suited for groundnut cultivation?

A. Desert Soil

B. Mountain Soil

C. Red Soil

D. Saline Soil

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Groundnut grows well in well-drained red soils found across southern India.

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