Question

The Ganga Plain is known for its fertile soil. It is often referred to as the food bowl of India. This region supports a variety of crops such as rice, wheat, pulses, jute and sugarcane.

1. Name the soil that is found in large parts of Ganga plain.
2. Give two properties of this soil which helps it to produce a variety of crops.

Answer 1

1. Alluvial soil is found in large parts of the Ganga plain.
2. Alluvial soil has two features that make it suitable for growing various crops:
   • Rich in nutrients: It has significant levels of lime, phosphoric acid, and potash.
   • High fertility: The soil effectively holds rainwater due to the fine silt and clay that rivers deposit.