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In India the maximum area is covered by the

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

Answer options

  1. Laterite soil
  2. Red soil
  3. Black soil
  4. Alluvial soil

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Alluvial soil

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D. Alluvial soil šŸ“š Explanation: Alluvial soil covers approximately 40% of India's total land area, making it the most widespread soil type. It is formed by the deposition of silt by major rivers like the Ganga, Brahmaputra, and Indus. This soil is highly fertile and supports most of the country's agricultural production. It is found extensively in the Indo-Gangetic plains and coastal regions.