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. Black soil

B. Red soil

C. Laterite soil

D. Alluvial soil

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Alluvial soil is deposited in flood plains by rivers.

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Question #1

The major soil group of the Thar Desert is:

A. Laterite Soil

B. Black Soil

C. Mountain Soil

D. Sandy Soil

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Thar Desert is dominated by sandy soils with low moisture retention.

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Question #2

Which soil is most commonly associated with floodplain agriculture in India?

A. Black Soil

B. Laterite Soil

C. Mountain Soil

D. Alluvial Soil

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Floodplains are composed mainly of fertile alluvial soils deposited by rivers.

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Question #3

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

A. Red soil

B. Black soil

C. Old alluvial soil

D. New alluvial soil

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Correct Answer: Option C

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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