Which soil is most common in the northern plains of India? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil is most common in the northern plains of India?

A. Laterite soil

B. Black soil

C. Red soil

D. Alluvial soil

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Northern plains are dominated by alluvial soil deposited by Himalayan rivers.

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Question #1

Which soil is formed under high rainfall and temperature conditions?

A. Desert soil

B. Black soil

C. Alluvial soil

D. Laterite soil

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Correct Answer: Option D

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

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Question #2

Which soil is found in river deltas of India?

A. Desert soil

B. Alluvial soil

C. Black soil

D. Laterite soil

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Correct Answer: Option B

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

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Question #3

Which of the following is a biological factor of soil formation?

A. Relief

B. Climate

C. Microorganisms

D. Parent Rock

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Microorganisms contribute to decomposition and nutrient cycling in soil formation.

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