Uttar Pradesh - Study Mode

[#96] Which of the following soils is mixed with light loam soil?
Correct Answer

(A) Monta soil

[#97] The soil of Terai region is deficient in
Correct Answer

(B) phosphate

Explanation

Solution: The terai soils are rich in nitrogen and organic matter but are deficient in phosphate. These soils are generally covered by tall grasses and forests but are suitable for a number of crops such as wheat, rice, sugarcane, jute etc.

[#98] Which is the coldest month of Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer

(C) January

Explanation

Solution: In Uttar Pradesh January is generally the coldest month with mean daily maximum temp. at about 23°C and mean daily minimum at about 9°C.

[#99] Consider the following statements. 1. The arid soil consists of Aeolian sand and clay. 2. The arid soil is almost poor in organic substances. 3. Crops like barley, cotton, etc are grown in this soil. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer

(D) All of these

Explanation

Solution: The arid soil consists of Aeolian sand and clay. The arid soil is almost poor in organic substances. Crops like barley, cotton, etc are grown in this soil.

[#100] A new state 'Uttarakhand' was carved out from Uttar Pradesh on
Correct Answer

(D) 9 th November, 2000

Explanation

Solution: Uttarakhand was formed on the 9 th November 2000 as the 27 th State of India, when it was carved out of northern Uttar Pradesh.