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HPSC HCS 2024 · Question 13 of 100

Which of the following features are associated with Regur Soils in India? 1. It develops on crystalline igneous rocks as a result of intense leaching. 2. It is rich in Iron, Potash and Phosphoric contents. 3. It is typically found in north-west region of Deccan plateau and made up of lava flows. 4. It is rich in calcium carbonate, magnesium, potash and lime. How many of the statements given above are correct?

Geography

  1. A1 and 2 only
  2. B2 and 3 only
  3. C3 and 4 onlyCorrect
  4. D1, 2 and 4 only

Answer: C. 3 and 4 only

Explanation

Regur (black) soils are formed from Deccan lava flows in the north-west Deccan and are rich in calcium carbonate, magnesium, potash and lime. They do not form by intense leaching on crystalline rocks and are poor in phosphoric content.

Source: HPSC HCS Prelims Paper-I held 11 Feb 2024 (freejobalert PDF)

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