The deltas of the Mahanadi and the Godavari are rich in ______ soil.

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  1. black
  2. arid
  3. forest
  4. alluvial

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Option 4 : alluvial
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The correct answer is Alluvial.

Key Points

  • Mahanadi and Godavari River Deltas are a basin of the deposit that drains a large landmass into the Bay of Bengal.
    • The deltas of the Mahanadi and the Godavari are rich in alluvial soils.
    • The upper part of the Mahanadi delta plain is heavily populated.
  • Alluvial soil is the most extensive soil type in India.
    • It covers about 43% of the total area in India.
    • Alluvial soils divided into the Khadar (new alluvium) and the Bhangar (old alluvium).
    • Light grey to Ash grey in colour.
    • Alluvial soils are rich in potash and poor in nitrogen and organic matter.

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Additional Information

Black soil
  • Also called Regur soil.
  • Volcanic origin.
  • The best soil for cotton cultivation.
  • High water-retaining capacity is an advantage.
Forest soil
  • Found in high rainfall areas.
  • Suitable for the plantation of tea, coffee, and spices in Kerala, Karnataka, and the North-eastern states of India.
  • Soil is acidic in nature.
Arid soil
  • Found in arid and semi-arid regions.
  • High salt and low humus content.
  • Support very few crops like Barley, Jowar, Bajra.
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