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Standard X
Geography
Major Soil Types in India
Usara soils a...
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Usara soils are also known as-
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a. Peaty soils
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b. Saline soils
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c. Laterite soils
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d. Red and Yellow soils
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Solution
The correct option is
B
b. Saline soils
Answer: b
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