Question

Which among the following type of soil has the largest area covered in India ?

• A. Alluvial soils
• B. Black soils
• C. Red Soil
• D. Laterite Soil

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Alluvial soils

Alluvial soil (alluvial soil)

• The most widespread soil type in India.

• Alluvial soil covers about 40 percent of the country's land area

• It is mostly found in the plains of North India.

• Soil deposited by rivers and streams.

• Fertile soil suitable for the cultivation of rice, sugarcane, wheat, and cereals.

• The soil type with the highest potash content and the lowest phosphorus content.

• The color of alluvial soil varies from light gray to dark gray.