With reference to agricultural soils, consider the following statements: 1. A high content of organic matter in soil drastically reduces its water holding capacity. 2. Soil does not play any role in the sulphur cycle. 3. Irrigation over a period of time can contribute to the salinization of some agricultural lands. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following statements about Laterite Soil in India is/are correct? 1. It develops in areas with high temperature and heavy rainfall 2. It is rich in organic matter and nitrogen 3. It is f…

Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The soil in tropical rain forests is rich in nutrients. Statement-II: The high temperature and moisture of tropical rain forests cause dead organic mat…

Consider the following statements regarding soils : 1. Soils having a very high content of sodium and calcium and pH of more than 7.0 are alkaline soils. 2. Black cotton soil had developed on the Dec…

Which of the following statements with reference to saline soil in India is/are correct? 1. They are rich in nitrogen. 2. They occur in arid and semi-arid regions, and in waterlogged and swampy areas…

Which of the following statements regarding Regur soil is/are correct ? 1. It is a light coloured, clayey and fertile soil. 2. It is developed on Deccan basaltic lava under hot and humid conditions.…