1. Black Soils cover most of the Deccan Plateau.
2. Also known as 'Regur', they are generally clayey, deep and impermeable.
3. Since they are impermeable, rainfed crops do not grow well in Black Soils.
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Black Soils Coverage and Characteristics
This section analyzes the correctness of the statements about Black Soils in India.
Statement Analysis
- Statement 1: Black Soils cover most of the Deccan Plateau. This statement is correct. Black soils, known for their origin from volcanic activity, predominantly cover the vast expanse of the Deccan Plateau in India.
- Statement 2: Also known as 'Regur', they are generally clayey, deep and impermeable. This statement is correct. 'Regur' is a common name for Black soil. Its characteristics include a high clay content, significant depth, and poor drainage, making it impermeable.
- Statement 3: Since they are impermeable, rainfed crops do not grow well in Black Soils. This statement is incorrect. Despite being impermeable, Black soils have excellent moisture-retention capacity. This quality makes them highly suitable for rainfed agriculture, particularly for crops like cotton. The impermeability mainly poses a risk of waterlogging with excessive irrigation rather than hindering rainfed crops.
Conclusion on Statements
Based on the analysis, statements 1 and 2 are correct, while statement 3 is incorrect.
Selected Answer Justification
Therefore, the correct option includes only statements 1 and 2.
Similar Questions
- Which one among the following statements regarding igneous rock is correct ?
- Consider the following statements regarding metamorphic rocks :
1. Ortho-metamorphic rocks are formed from igneous rocks.
2. Intense heat of the intruding magmas results in metamorphism of the surrounding rocks, a process known as dynamic metamorphism.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? Which of the following statements with reference to Salt Weathering is/are correct?
1. Salt crystallisation is the most effective of all the salt weathering processes.
2. Salt crystal growth is more effective over sedimentary rocks as compared to igneous rocks.
Important Questions from Rocks and Soils
Soil, in which nearly all our food grows, is a living resource that takes years to form. Yet it can vanish in minutes. Each year 75 billion tonnes of fertile soil is lost to erosion. That is alarming — and not just for food producers. Soil can trap huge quantities of carbon dioxide in the form of organic carbon and prevent it from escaping into the atmosphere.
On the basis of the above passage, the following assumptions have been made :
1. Large scale soil erosion is a major reason for widespread food insecurity in the world.
2. Soil erosion is mainly anthropogenic.
3. Sustainable management of soils helps in combating climate change.
Which of the above assumptions is/are valid ?
With reference to agricultural soils, consider the following statements :
1. A high content of organic matter in soil drastically reduces its water holding capacity.
2. Soil does not play any role in the sulphur cycle.
3. Irrigation over a period of time can contribute to the salinization of some agricultural lands.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
Which of the following statements regarding laterite soils of India are correct?
1. They are generally red in colour.
2. They are rich in nitrogen and potash.
3. They are well-developed in Rajasthan and UP.
4. Tapioca and cashew nuts grow well on these soils.
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Which of the following adds/add nitrogen to the soil?
1. Excretion of urea by animals
2. Burning of coal by man
3. Death of vegetation
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When you travel in certain parts of India, you will notice red soil. What is the main reason for this colour ?
