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NDA 2 2024 GAT, question 106

Topic: Geography

Q106

Which one among the following statements with reference to the black cotton soils of India is NOT correct ?

  1. (a) The black cotton soils are also called ‘Regur’
  2. (b) They are highly moisture retentive
  3. (c) They are rich in lime
  4. (d) These soils have less clay factor and hence can support a wide variety of crops and vegetablesCorrect answer

Solution.

Answer: (d) These soils have less clay factor and hence can support a wide variety of crops and vegetables

  1. Black soils have a high proportion of clay and retain moisture well.
  2. They swell when wet and develop cracks on drying; these properties distinguish them from sandy, rapidly draining soils.