Question

Which soil is characterised by these statements?
(i) It is the most important and most fertile soil found in India.
(ii) Soil is formed by the deposition of sediments brought down by the rivers.
(iii) It is found mainly in Northern plains and coastal plains of India.

• A. Alluvial soil
• B. Laterite soil
• C. Black soil
• D. And soil

Answer 1

The correct option is A Alluvial soil

• Alluvial soil is the most fertile soil found in India.
• It is formed by the deposition of sediments brought down by the rivers, clay or silt or gravel carried by rushing streams and deposited where the stream slows down.
• It is mostly found in northern plains and coastal plains of India.
• So, the correct answer is 'Alluvial soil'.