Which state has the largest area under black soil? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which state has the largest area under black soil?

A. Maharashtra

B. Assam

C. Odisha

D. Punjab

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Maharashtra contains the largest continuous stretch of black soil in India.

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Which soil is typically shallow and gravelly on hill slopes?

A. Peaty Soil

B. Mountain Soil

C. Black Soil

D. Alluvial Soil

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Mountain soils are often shallow, coarse, and gravelly due to slope erosion.

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Which soil is suitable for millet cultivation?

A. Black soil

B. Laterite soil

C. Desert soil

D. Alluvial soil

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Explanation:
Desert soil supports drought-resistant crops like millets.

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Loamy soil is a mixture of:

A. Sand, Silt and Clay

B. Humus and Salt

C. Clay and Limestone

D. Rock and Gravel

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Loam contains a balanced mixture of sand, silt, and clay, making it highly fertile.

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