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Question

Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

  1. Black soil is locally called 'regur'
  2. According to Krabs the regur soil is essentially a mature soil
  3. Black soils are highly retentive to moisture
  4. Black soil is found in Himalayan region

Answer:

Option D: Black soil is found in Himalayan region

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Black soil is found in Himalayan region”.

Black soil, also known as regur, is primarily found in the Deccan Plateau region of India, not the Himalayan region. It is characterized by its dark color, high clay content, and excellent water retention properties.