Q36
Put in descending order of area with the following soils in India: I. Red soils II. Black soils III. Laterite soils IV. Alluvial soils
A.
I, IV, II, III
B.
IV, II, I, III
AnswerC.
IV, I, III, II
D.
I, III, IV, II
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
Here's the order of these soils in descending order of area in India:
Alluvial soils (IV) - These are the most extensive soils in India, found in the Indo-Gangetic plains and along river banks. They are highly fertile.
Black soils (II) - Also known as Regur soils, they are found in the Deccan Plateau region. They are suitable for cotton and some other crops.
Red soils (I) - These are found in many parts of India, especially in peninsular India. They are less fertile than alluvial soils.
Laterite soils (III) - These are mainly found in the western coastal areas, northeastern states, and parts of southern India. They are less fertile and may have a high iron content.
So, the correct order in descending area is Option B: IV, II, I, III.