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[#881] Match the following List-I List-II (Soil) (Local Name) a. Loamy Soil 1. Zabelzamin b. Saline Soil 2. Bahil c. Alkaline Soil 3. Sekil d. Sandy loam Soil 4. Kharzamin
Correct Answer

(C) a-2, b-4, c-1, d-3

Explanation

Solution: The correct match is : Loamy Soil - Bahil Saline Soil - Kharzamin Alkaline Soil - Zabelzamin Sandy Loam Soil - Sekil

[#882] Which type of soil is formed by the deposition of sediments brought by the rivers?
Correct Answer

(C) Alluvial Soil

Explanation

Solution: Alluvial soil is found in the flood plains of Jhelum and Sind rivers, plains of Jammu, Poonch, Udhampur, Kathua and Rajouri districts. These plains are formed by the deposition of silt, mud and sediments brought down by the rivers.

[#883] Which type of the soil is found in the steep slopes in the foothills of Jammu and Kashmir upto a height of 400 m to 600 m?
Correct Answer

(A) Lithosol Soil

Explanation

Solution: Lithosol soil is mainly found on steep slopes in the forest hills upto 400 to 600 m above the sea level in Jammu, Udhampur, Kathua, Rajouri and Poonch districts. This soil varies from gravelly loam to gravelly silty loam in texture. This soil is slightly alkaline in nature. This soil is grey to brown in colour.

[#884] Consider the following statements about mineral wealth of Jammu and Kashmir. 1. Lolab valley in Kashmir has deposits of lignite. 2. Bauxite mines are located in Udhampur district of Jammu region. Which of the above statements is/are true ?
Correct Answer

(C) Both 1 and 2

[#885] Which of the following rules is known as the darkest period in the history of Jammu and Kashmir?
Correct Answer

(B) Afghan rule

Explanation

Solution: Afghan rule was established in the state in 1762 and continued till 1819. The 67 years of Afghan rule is known as the Darkest period in the history of Kashmir. The subedars (Governors) showed cruelty towards their people. People began to be looted by Afghan soldiers, they were not even safe in their houses.