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Question
Which one of the following is the most widespread and most productive category of soil?
Options
Alluvial Soil
Laterite Soil
Black Soil
Forest Soil
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Solution
Alluvial Soil
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Alluvial soils found in the lower courses and the upper courses of rivers.
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