Punjab - Study Mode

[#691] The features of Bet soils of Punjab are 1. Pale to yellowish brown colour 2. Calcarceus in nature. 3. They are Khadar soils. 4. Vary in texture.
Correct Answer

(C) 1, 3 and 4

Explanation

Solution: Bet soils are Khadar soils of the old flood plain areas of various rivers, streams or chaos of the state. They are pale to yellowish brown in colour. The soils are well-drained, very deep and vary in texture.

[#692] Consider the following facts about sodic soils of Punjab. 1. formed due to waterlogging by canal irrigation 2. Found in Fazilka, Faridkot 3. pH value ranges from 6.7 to 8.5 4. highly suitable for agriculture Which of the following is true for this soil?
Correct Answer

(A) 1 and 2

Explanation

Solution: Sodic soils are formed due to water logging by the excessive canal irrigation. These soils are found in Fazilka, Bathinda, Firozpur, Muktsar and Faridkot district. The pH value of these soils is 7.3 to 8.5.

[#693] In Punjab, forests are divided into
Correct Answer

(B) Three types

Explanation

Solution: In Punjab forests are divided into three types. They are reserved forests, protected forests and unclassed forests.

[#694] Forests in Punjab is classified into how many divisions?
Correct Answer

(D) Five

Explanation

Solution: The forests of Punjab have diverse vegetation types, varying from the pine forests to thorn forests of deserts, as per variations of altitude and climate. According to Champion and Seth classification, the forests of Punjab are categorised into five divisions. They are Northern Dry Deciduous Mixed Forests, Dry Deciduous Scrub Forests, Khair, Sissoo Forests in Foothills, Shiwalik Chir Pine Forests and Dry Deciduous Bamboo Forests.

[#695] Which of these are the objectives of Forest Policy of Punjab?
Correct Answer

(D) All of the above

Explanation

Solution: To increase the area under forests and tree cover from present 6.3% to 15% of the state's geographical area. To promote non-timber uses of forests such as eco-tourism, Non-Timber Forest Produce, medicinal plants and biodiversity. Also to protect, conserve and improve the state's forest and natural resources.