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What kind of soil is found extensively in Deccan plateau and is suitable for cultivating cotton?

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Red soil

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Alluvial soil

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Mountain soil

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Black soil

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Solution

The correct option is D Black soil
Alluvial soil is the soil found extensively in Deccan plateau and is suitable for cultivating cotton. The soil is made up of clayey material and hence is extremely fine.

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