Which of the following soil types is also known as 'Regur Soil'?

Key Points

• Black soil, also known as 'Regur Soil', is highly moisture-retentive and becomes sticky when wet.
• It is rich in calcium carbonate, magnesium, potash, and lime.
• This type of soil is ideal for growing cotton, making it also known as 'Black Cotton Soil'.
• It is predominantly found in the Deccan Plateau, covering parts of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.

Additional Information

• Red Soil
  • ​Red soil is typically found in regions with a warm, temperate climate.
  • It is rich in iron and aluminum but poor in organic matter.
• Alluvial Soil
  • ​Alluvial soil is highly fertile and is formed by the deposition of sediments brought by rivers.
  • It is commonly found in river basins.
• Laterite Soil
  • ​Laterite soil is rich in iron and aluminum but poor in nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
  • It is found in tropical regions with high rainfall.