Which soil type is most commonly residual in India? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil type is most commonly residual in India?

A. Alluvial Soil

B. Deltaic Soil

C. Black Soil

D. Floodplain Soil

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Black soil develops in situ from basaltic lava rocks and is therefore a residual soil.

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B. Currency

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Which soil is best known for cotton cultivation in India?

A. Black soil

B. Alluvial soil

C. Red soil

D. Mountain soil

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Black soil retains moisture for long periods, making it ideal for cotton cultivation.

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