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‘Gangani’ region of West Bengal has which type of soil’?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Alluvial Soil
  2. Saline Soil
  3. Laterite Soil
  4. Terai Soil

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Laterite Soil

Explanation: The correct answer is C. Laterite Soil. ‘Gangani,’ located near Garbeta in Paschim Medinipur, is popularly known as the 'Grand Canyon of West Bengal' due to its striking gullied landscape formed by extensive soil erosion. Laterite soil is mostly found in western districts of West Bengal like Purulia, Bankura, and Paschim Medinipur. This region is primarily composed of Laterite Soil, which is rich in iron and aluminium but poor in nitrogen and humus.