Which of the following soils is ideal for the cultivation of paddy?

Loamy soil

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Sandy soil

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Silt soil

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Clay soil

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Solution

The correct option is D Clay soil
The cultivation of paddy requires a large amount of water. The percolation rate of clay soil is very low which means that very less water seeps through the soil. This makes it most suitable for the cultivation of paddy.

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