JKBOSE Environmental Science: Solved Model Question Paper for Class 12th Environmental Science NCERT (2023)
What are the different types of Soil found in India?
Answer: The different types of soil found in India are:
1. Alluvial Soil: These are rich in humus and are found in the plains of the major river systems.
2. Black Soil: Also known as Regur, this soil is rich in calcium carbonate and is found in the Deccan Plateau.
3. Red Soil: This soil is largely composed of ferric oxide and is found in the areas of the Eastern and Western Ghats.
4. Laterite Soil: This soil is rich in iron and is found in the Eastern and Western Ghats.
5. Mountain Soil: This is found in the Himalayas and the hilly areas of Northeast India.