Q. With reference to Black Soil in India, consider the following statements:
1.Black soil is commonly found in the Deccan Plateau, particularly in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat.
2.Black soils are rich in nitrogen and phosphorus, which makes them highly fertile for all types of crops.
3.The soil exhibits a characteristic of ‘self-ploughing’ due to the development of wide cracks during the dry season.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Black soil is predominantly found in the Deccan Plateau covering parts of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
  • Black soil is deficient in phosphorus and nitrogen, although it is rich in lime, iron, magnesia, alumina, and potash.
  • Due to its shrink-swell capacity, black soil develops wide cracks in the dry season, which leads to a natural phenomenon called ‘self-ploughing’.

Source:  India Physical Environment

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