Indian Geography UPPSC 2010 GS-I
Question

Which soil needs little irrigation as it retains soil moisture?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Black soil

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Black soil”.

Black soil has a high water-retaining capacity and requires little irrigation.

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