NCERT Question 2 (ii)

What type of soil is found in the river deltas of the eastern coast? Give three main features of this type of soil.

Answer:

• The type of soil found in the river deltas of the eastern coast is Alluvial Soil.

Three main features of alluvial soil:

1. Fertile Soil:

   • Rich in potash, phosphoric acid, and lime, making it highly suitable for agriculture.

2. Supports Agriculture:

   • Ideal for growing paddy, wheat, sugarcane, and pulses.

3. Formed by Rivers:

   • Deposited by rivers like the Ganga, Godavari, Krishna, and Kaveri in their delta regions.