Q. Consider the following statements regarding Alluvial Soils in India:
1.Alluvial soils are primarily found in the Indo-Gangetic Plains and are formed by the deposition of sediments by rivers.
2.Khadar soils, a type of alluvial soil, are older deposits and less fertile compared to Bangar soils.
3.Alluvial soils are rich in potash and phosphorus but deficient in nitrogen and organic matter.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation:
Statement 1: Correct. Alluvial soils are deposited by rivers and are predominant in the Indo-Gangetic Plains, deltas, and coastal regions.
Statement 2: Incorrect. Khadar soils are newer, annually replenished alluvial deposits and are more fertile than the older Bangar soils.
Statement 3: Correct. Alluvial soils are typically rich in potash and phosphorus but lack nitrogen and organic matter.
