Which one among the following is *not* correct regarding the black soils of Peninsular India?
Rich in iron, lime and potash
Retentive in moisture
Fertile and well-suited for growing sugarcane
Rich in phosphorus and organic matter
Answer is Right!
Answer is Wrong!
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UPSC CAPF – 2013
Black soils (Regur) are derived from weathering of basaltic rocks (Deccan Traps) and are rich in minerals like iron, lime, calcium, potash, aluminium, and magnesium. They have a high clay content, which gives them excellent moisture retention capacity. They are generally fertile and suitable for crops like cotton, sugarcane, groundnut, tobacco, and millets. However, they are typically deficient in nitrogen, phosphorus, and organic matter (humus).