Which soil type is known as the 'gift of rivers' in India? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil type is known as the 'gift of rivers' in India?

A. Alluvial Soil

B. Laterite Soil

C. Red Soil

D. Black Soil

Answer: Option A

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Alluvial soil is called the 'gift of rivers' because it is formed by the deposition of sediments carried by rivers over long periods.

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Question #1

Which soil is commonly found in the Malabar Coast?

A. Laterite Soil

B. Desert Soil

C. Red Soil

D. Black Soil

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Heavy rainfall along the Malabar Coast favors the formation of laterite soil.

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Question #2

Which soil horizon is known as subsoil?

A. R Horizon

B. B Horizon

C. A Horizon

D. O Horizon

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The B Horizon lies below the topsoil and contains minerals leached from upper layers.

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Question #3

Which Indian soil type has the greatest shrink-swell capacity?

A. Alluvial Soil

B. Black Soil

C. Red Soil

D. Laterite Soil

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Black soils contain montmorillonite clay minerals responsible for shrink-swell behavior.

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