Which soil type covers maximum area in India? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil type covers maximum area in India?

A. Red soil

B. Desert soil

C. Alluvial soil

D. Black soil

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Alluvial soil covers the largest area in India, especially in northern plains.

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Question #1

Which soil is often referred to as 'transported soil'?

A. Alluvial Soil

B. Red Soil

C. Black Soil

D. Laterite Soil

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Alluvial soil is transported and deposited by rivers, unlike residual soils that remain where they form.

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Question #2

Which crop is least suitable for desert soils without irrigation?

A. Millets

B. Rice

C. Bajra

D. Guar

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Rice requires abundant water and therefore cannot be cultivated successfully in desert soils without irrigation.

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Question #3

The fertility of soil is primarily determined by:

A. Nutrient Availability

B. Population Density

C. Altitude Only

D. Color Only

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Soil fertility depends mainly on the availability of essential nutrients for plant growth.

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