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Which type of soil is most widely distributed across the northern plains of India?

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

Answer options

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

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Alluvial Soil

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Alluvial Soil šŸ“š Explanation: Alluvial soil covers nearly 40% of India's total land area and is the most fertile and agriculturally productive soil type. It is formed by the deposition of silt and sediment brought down by the Himalayan rivers like the Ganga, Indus, and Brahmaputra. This soil is rich in potash but generally poor in phosphorus and nitrogen.