Which soil type is most prone to waterlogging due to poor drainage? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil type is most prone to waterlogging due to poor drainage?

A. Gravelly Soil

B. Clayey Soil

C. Loamy Soil

D. Sandy Soil

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Clayey soils have very fine particles and poor drainage, often leading to waterlogging.

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Which region of India has the largest area under alluvial soil?

A. Thar Desert

B. Deccan Plateau

C. Indo-Gangetic Plains

D. Western Ghats

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Indo-Gangetic Plains have the largest extent of alluvial soil in India.

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A. Red soil

B. Desert soil

C. Black soil

D. Alluvial soil

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Desert soil has high porosity but low nutrient content.

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What is the major cause of soil exhaustion?

A. Afforestation

B. Continuous Cultivation

C. Crop Rotation

D. Organic Farming

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Continuous cultivation without replenishing nutrients leads to soil exhaustion.

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