Question

Discuss the various types and characteristics of soils found in India.

Answer 1

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there are six major type of soils are found in india

(a).Alluvial soil

(b). Black soil

(c). Red soil

(d). Desert soil

(e). laterite soil

(f). Mountain soil

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Answer 2

"India has majorly six types of soil divided on the basis of its characteristics and the plantation it supports in different regions. There are 6 types of soils which are

The Black Soil i.e., Cotton Soil, the best soil for growth of cotton and supports other crops like Jawar, wheat, tobacco etc., as the soil is rich in iron, lime, and magnesium but strongly lacks in Nitrogen and the organic mix.

Red Soil which is rich in content of iron and potash and gets its red colour due to high intensity of iron in it which makes it a good option for growth of cotton like the black soil and supports other crops of pulses, wheat, rice, and sugarcane.

Alluvial Soil usually found in the northern states of India and some other ones like Jharkhand, Gujarat, and Bihar has high content of potash and lime and is good for flourishing growth of Kharif crops and Rabi crops.

Laterite Soil is rich in potash and iron oxide but highly lacks in calcium and nitrogen content with phosphate and organic matter. The laterite soil is ideal for the growth of rubber, cashew nuts, coffee, and tea plantations and hence, richly found in Assam, MP, Northern Gujarat and some parts of Rajasthan as well.

Other category is of Desert or Arid Soil, Rich in phosphate and soluble salts, the soil is dry in nature and lacks in humus content and nitrogen. The soil is appropriate for crops which are resistant and adaptive to dry areas and draughts and do not require water retention.

Last one is Alkaline soil which is highly inappropriate for any type of agricultural crops i.e., food crops. The soil is a bank of magnesium and potassium but lacks in calcium and nitrogen fixation."