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November 26, 2019.

Punjab PCS Daily Current Affairs Questions:-

Question1:- Calcareous soils are primarily found in Malwa region of Punjab. The districts such as Muktsar, Bathinda, Faridkot etc .are covered with such soils. consider the general features of this type of soil:-

1 Calcareous soil is a soil that has high levels of both magnesium carbonate and calcium that reduce acidity in the soil.
2. This soil type typically maintains a cooler temperature, has a moderate to high alkalinity, and the soil can balance water retention with drainage.

Which of the following statements are correct?

A 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None

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Answer is C. Explanation:- Calcareous soils have often more than 15% CaCO3 in the soil that may occur in various forms (powdery, nodules, crusts etc…). Soils with high CaCO3 belong to the Calcisols and related calcic subgroups of other soils. They are relatively widespread in the drier areas of the earth. the potential productivity of calcareous soils is high where adequate water and nutrients can be supplied. The high calcium saturation tends to keep the calcareous soils in well-aggregated form and good physical condition. However, where soils contain an impermeable hardpan (petricalcic horizon) they should be deeply ploughed in order to break the pan. This should be followed by the establishment of an efficient drainage system.

Question2:- As far as Punjab’s geographic profile is concerned, in which districts would you find the Reddish Chestnut soils?

Ropar
Pathankot.
SAS Nagar
Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar.

Choose the correct option:-

A 1,2and 3.
B. 2,3and 4.
C. 1 and 2 only
D. All

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Answer is D. Explanation:- These soils are found in stable slope areas along foothills with average rainfall in these areas of around 800-1000 mm. The districts of Hoshiarpur, SAS Nagar, SBS Nagar, Pathankot and Ropar have this type of soil.