Q. Which is the most abundant soil in Deccan Area?

A
Black soil
B
Alluivial soil
C
Red soil
D
Peet soil
Solution:

Black soil is formed under the influence of volcanic debris and lava. Black clay, also known as black cotton soil, is very suitable for cotton cultivation. These soils contain calcium carbonate, potash, lime and magnesium carbonate. But the phosphorus content is low. Black Soil is found in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

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