Q. With reference to Saline Soils in India, consider the following statements:
1.Saline soils are rich in calcium and support good vegetative growth.
2.These soils are commonly found in the Rann of Kutch, Sunderbans, and deltas of the eastern coast.
3.Excessive irrigation in dry climatic conditions can lead to salinisation of alluvial soils.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 2 and 3 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Saline soils are infertile, lack calcium and nitrogen, and do not support vegetative growth.
  • These soils are widespread in the Rann of Kutch, eastern deltas, and Sunderbans.
  • Excessive irrigation in dry climates (e.g., Green Revolution areas like Punjab and Haryana) causes capillary rise of salts, leading to salinisation of even fertile alluvial soils.

Source:  India Physical Environment

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