Indian soils (zonal classification): The zonal soil type predominant over the Peninsular Plateau belongs to which broad group? Use the classic Pedocal–Pedalfer distinction used in older school geography texts. Choose the correct option.
General Knowledge
Indian Geography
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: Pedalfers
Explanation
Given/Recall
- Large parts of Peninsular India have red and lateritic soils formed under humid conditions with leaching of bases.
Concept
- Pedalfers = Al/Fe rich (leached), typical of humid climates; Pedocals = CaCO3 rich (semiarid).
ConclusionPedalfers best describe peninsular red/lateritic soils in this zonal framework.