Soil, Natural Vegetation, Forests, and Wildlife of India

1. What soil type is considered the most ideal for plant growth?

  1. Sandy soil
  2. Clay soil
  3. Peaty soil
  4. Loamy soil
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Answer: Option D. Loamy soil

2. The Dampier-Hodges line is related to which of the following?

  1. Border between India and Nepal
  2. Sundarbans
  3. Longitude dividing Eastern and Western India
  4. Palk Strait
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Answer: Option B. Sundarbans

3. The term “Mangal” is used for which of the following types of vegetation?

  1. Mangrove vegetation
  2. Desert vegetation
  3. Alpine vegetation
  4. Tundra vegetation
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Answer: Option A. Mangrove vegetation

4. Which statement about Alluvial soil is incorrect?

  1. It is rich in nutrients
  2. It is formed by the deposition of sediments
  3. It is predominantly found in mountainous regions
  4. It is fertile for agriculture
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Answer: Option C. It is predominantly found in mountainous regions

5. Which type of forest covers the highest percentage of forest area in India?

  1. Alpine forests
  2. Tropical deciduous forests
  3. Mangrove forests
  4. Coniferous forests
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Answer: Option B. Tropical deciduous forests