SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 49

SSC CGL - 18 July 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q49

Identify the black soil region of India from the following.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Deccan trap.

The Deccan Trap is the black soil region of India. This region, which covers a large part of the Deccan Plateau, is characterized by its rich black soil, also known as Regur soil. The black soil is highly fertile and ideal for growing cotton, which is why it is also referred to as "cotton soil." It is primarily found in states like Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, and parts of Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh.