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Alluvial soils are found in the northern plains of India. They are formed by the deposition of sediments brought by rivers. These soils are fertile and well-drained.
Black Soils
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Black soils are found in the Deccan Plateau of India. They are formed by the weathering of volcanic rocks. These soils are deep and clayey, and they have a high water-holding capacity.
Red Soils
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Red soils are found in the southern and eastern parts of India. They are formed by the weathering of granites and gneisses. These soils are acidic and have a low water-holding capacity.
Laterite Soils
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Laterite soils are found in the coastal regions of India. They are formed by the weathering of laterite rocks. These soils are acidic and have a low water-holding capacity.
Mountain Soils
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Mountain soils are found in the mountainous regions of India. They are formed by the weathering of rocks and organic matter. These soils are shallow and stony, and they have a low water-holding capacity.