Multiple choice

Which of the following statements regarding laterite soils of India are correct?

  1. Laterites are generally red in colours
  2. Laterites are rich in nitrogen and potash.
  3. These are well-developed in Rajasthan and U.P.
  4. Tapioca and cashewnuts grow well on this soil. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

  1. 1, 2 and 3

  2. 2, 3 and 4

  3. 1 and 4

  4. 2 and 3
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Laterite soils are generally red due to iron oxides (1). They are poor in nitrogen and potash (making statement 2 incorrect). They are found in tropical regions with high rainfall, not primarily Rajasthan/UP (making statement 3 incorrect). Tapioca and cashews are common crops in laterite soil (4).

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