This MCQ series has covered some of the important questions as per the requirements of any government examination. These questions will help you in many examinations. All the important topics have been covered; to check your knowledge, attempt these questions.
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261.Soil is primarily formed by the breaking of rocks due to which of the following factors??
Correct Answer: (A) Earthquakes, water streams, wind, ice, and organic materials
262.Which of the following is the uppermost part of the Earth's crust??
Correct Answer: (B) Soil
263.Healthy soil is extremely important for which sector??
Correct Answer: (C) Agriculture
264.Who divided Indian soils into eight major groups??
Correct Answer: (C) Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
265.Alluvial soils are mainly formed by the deposition of sediments by which agent??
Correct Answer: (B) Rivers
266.Which soil covers the largest area in India??
Correct Answer: (C) Alluvial soil
267.The black soils are also known as:?
Correct Answer: (A) Regur or black cotton soils
268.The red color of red soil is mainly due to:?
Correct Answer: (C) Presence of iron oxides
269.Laterite soils are commonly found in regions with:?
Correct Answer: (C) High temperature and heavy rainfall
270.Forest and mountain soils are rich in:?
Correct Answer: (B) Humus