Which of the following statements regarding Laterite soils of India are correct? 1. They are generally red in colour. 2. They are rich in nitrogen and potash. 3. They are well – developed is Rajasthan and UP. 4. Tapioca and cashew nuts grow well on these soils Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

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Which of the following statements regarding Laterite soils of India are correct? 1. They are generally red in colour. 2. They are rich in nitrogen and potash. 3. They are well &ndash; developed is Rajasthan and UP. 4. Tapioca and cashew nuts grow well on these soils Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

CollectorBabu · Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: 1 and 4. Laterite soil in India contains iron and aluminium that is rusty red in colour due to presence of iron oxide found in hot and wet tropical areas. Tea, coffee, cashew, rubber and coconut mostly grows in such soil. We see that the description clearly satisfies statement 1 and 4, so correct option is C.

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