Which soil is most suitable for tea and coffee plantations? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil is most suitable for tea and coffee plantations?

A. Laterite soil

B. Alluvial soil

C. Black soil

D. Desert soil

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Laterite soil is acidic and well-drained, suitable for plantation crops like tea and coffee.

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Question #1

Which soil type is generally acidic due to heavy rainfall and leaching?

A. Alluvial Soil

B. Laterite Soil

C. Desert Soil

D. Black Soil

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Heavy rainfall removes bases from laterite soils, making them acidic.

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Question #2

Which type of soil is commonly found in the Western Ghats?

A. Laterite Soil

B. Black Soil

C. Desert Soil

D. Saline Soil

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Heavy rainfall in the Western Ghats leads to intense leaching and the formation of laterite soil.

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Question #3

Which region of India is known for saline soils caused by seawater intrusion?

A. Himachal Pradesh

B. Jharkhand

C. Coastal Gujarat

D. Assam Hills

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Coastal Gujarat experiences salinity due to seawater intrusion and high evaporation.

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