Uttar Pradesh - Study Mode

[#496] Consider the following statements. 1. Rakar soil is generally found in sloppy area. 2. The crops like sesame and grams are grown in this soil. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer

(C) Both 1 and 2

Explanation

Solution: Rakar soil is generally found in sloppy area. The crops like sesame and grams are grown in this soil.

[#497] In which terrain of Uttar Pradesh, annual rainfall is maximum?
Correct Answer

(B) Terai region

Explanation

Solution: The Terai region of Uttar Pradesh receives maximum rainfall. Terai region receives these advantages due to the foothills of the Himalayas. The Terai districts of Uttar Pradesh are typically a narrow tract of the vast Ganggetic plain.

[#498] Alluvial soil is composition of which of the following chemicals?
Correct Answer

(A) Potash and alkalis

Explanation

Solution: Alluvial soil contains sand, silt and clay. According to age, the alluvial soil is classified as Bangar (old alluvial) and Khadar (new alluvial). Alluvial soil contains an ample amount of potash, phosphoric acid and lime.

[#499] Which type of climate is found in Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer

(A) Tropical monsoon type

Explanation

Solution: The climate of Uttar Pradesh is generally defined to be tropical monsoon type. However based on the Köppen climate classification, it can be classified mostly as Humid Subtropical with dry winter type with parts of Western UP as Semi-Arid type.

[#500] How many soil groups are there in Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer

(B) three

Explanation

Solution: The soil is also known by different names like sandy, sandy silt, loam, clay or clayey loam. Lime, potash, magnesium and organic matter are found in this soil. soil which are slightly acidic in nature. The Eastern part of the Gangetic plain has three types of soils, Bhat, Bangar and Dhuh.