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Soils of India - 2 Class 4 Worksheet SST

Q1: Fill in the Blanks.

(i) Soil is the upper layer of the earth composed of ________ surface material.
Soils of India - 2 Class 4 Worksheet SST

(ii) The mixture of minerals, plant and animal remnants, water, and air makes up the composition of ________.

(iii) The ability of soil to support plant growth is known as ________.

(iv) Alluvial soil is mainly found in the ________ and coastal plains of India.

(v) Black soil is also known as ________ soil due to its color.

(vi) Mountain soil is rich in ________, a natural fertilizer.

(vii) Laterite soil is rich in ________ and aluminum.

(viii) Desert soil is primarily found in ________ and Gujarat.

(ix) Soil erosion is the carrying away of ________.

(x) ________ is the practice of holding the soil in its place to prevent erosion.
Soils of India - 2 Class 4 Worksheet SST

Q2: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

(i) Which soil type is the most fertile?
(a)
Red Soil
(b) Desert Soil
(c) Black Soil
(d) Laterite Soil

(ii) Which soil type is rich in iron and aluminum?
(a)
Alluvial Soil
(b) Red Soil
(c) Laterite Soil
(d) Mountain Soil

(iii) Which state is known for its black soil?
(a) 
West Bengal
(b) Maharashtra
(c) Uttar Pradesh
(d) Rajasthan
Soils of India - 2 Class 4 Worksheet SST

(iv) Desert soil is primarily found in which Indian state?
(a) 
Kerala
(b) Tamil Nadu
(c) Rajasthan
(d) Assam

(v) Which activity helps in holding the soil in place and preventing erosion?
(a) 
Overgrazing
(b) Deforestation
(c) Plantation
(d) Soil Erosion

Q3: True or False.

(i) Alluvial soil is found in hilly areas.

(ii) Laterite soil is fertile and doesn't require any additional nutrients.

(iii) Red soil retains moisture well.
Soils of India - 2 Class 4 Worksheet SST

(iv) Desert soil supports the growth of various crops without irrigation.

(v) Soil erosion is caused only by natural forces. 

Q4: Match the Following.

Soils of India - 2 Class 4 Worksheet SST

Q5: Short Answer Questions.

(i) Explain why soil erosion is a concern for agriculture and the environment.

(ii) Describe the characteristics of alluvial soil and its significance in Indian agriculture.

(iii) How does black soil hold water, and what crops are suitable for cultivation in black soil?

(iv) What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of red soil? Mention two Indian states where red soil is found.

(v) Why is soil conservation important? Provide at least two methods used to prevent soil erosion.
Soils of India - 2 Class 4 Worksheet SST


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