Which soil is most affected by leaching? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Question

Share Report Error

Which soil is most affected by leaching?

A. Black soil

B. Laterite soil

C. Alluvial soil

D. Desert soil

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Laterite soil is highly leached due to heavy rainfall.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Soils of India

Request complete Subject PDF

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Soils of India Questions

Question #1

Which crop is commonly grown in laterite soils of Karnataka?

A. Wheat

B. Jute

C. Coffee

D. Mustard

View Answer & Solution Discuss

Get Complete Subject PDF for Geography GK

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Coffee plantations are extensively cultivated on laterite soils in Karnataka.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Soils of India

Question #2

Which soil is commonly found in the Nilgiri Hills?

A. Desert Soil

B. Black Soil

C. Laterite and Mountain Soil

D. Saline Soil

View Answer & Solution Discuss

Get Complete Subject PDF for Geography GK

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Nilgiri Hills contain mountain and lateritic soils due to high rainfall and elevation.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Soils of India

Question #3

Which soil horizon is also known as subsoil?

A. A-horizon

B. C-horizon

C. O-horizon

D. B-horizon

View Answer & Solution Discuss

Get Complete Subject PDF for Geography GK

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
B-horizon is called subsoil and contains minerals leached from the topsoil.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Soils of India

Explore All Soils of India MCQs