What is the other name of black cotton soil found in Maharashtra?

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SSC CHSL Exam 2023 Tier-I Official Paper (Held On: 04 Aug, 2023 Shift 3)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Regur.

Key Points

Regur soil:-
- It is also known as black soil or black cotton soil and is found in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and some parts of Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh.
- Regur soil is formed from the weathering of basalt rocks and is rich in iron, magnesium, calcium, and potassium.
- This type of soil is excellent for agriculture as it can hold moisture for a long time, making it suitable for crops like cotton, sugarcane, and tobacco.

Additional Information

Reh soil, also known as red soil, is found in parts of Maharashtra and is formed from the weathering of granite rocks. It is rich in iron and aluminum but is not as fertile as Regur soil.
Chernozem soil is a type of black soil found in Russia and Ukraine and is rich in organic matter. It is not found in Maharashtra.
Cumulose soil, also known as peat soil, is formed from the accumulation of organic matter in wetlands and is not found in Maharashtra.