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Question
Which of the following soils forms the second largest soil group in India?
Options
Black soil
Red soil
Yellow soil
Brown soil
MCQ
Solution
Red soil
Explanation:
Red soil forms the second largest soil group in India after alluvial soil. It is predominantly found in areas with warm, moderate to low rainfall, and is rich in iron, giving it its characteristic red colour. This soil type covers large parts of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, southern Maharashtra, eastern Madhya Pradesh, and parts of Odisha.
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