Geography · Indian Soils
What is the primary cause for the characteristic red color found in Red and Yellow soils?
Verified Solution4 OptionsUpdated: October 2026👁️1 View
Share:
- 1Intense leaching of silica due to heavy tropical rainfall
- 2Diffusion of iron from crystalline igneous parent rocks✓
- 3Presence of calcium carbonate nodules known as kankar
- 4Accumulation of high organic humus content in the topsoil
Correct answer
Diffusion of iron from crystalline igneous parent rocks
Download Single Question PDF
Save this question and verified answer as a clean study sheet with live clickable link.
👥
Share with Friends & Study Groups
Challenge your peer aspirants on WhatsApp or Telegram to solve this question!
Online Test Series
Start Free Mock Test →Preparing for Geography?
Practice full-length mock tests with real exam timers, instant score analysis, and all-India ranking.
Chapter Practice
Practice Indian Soils MCQs →Want more practice questions on Indian Soils?
Solve complete topic-wise tests with detailed solutions on GkGet.
Related Practice Questions
Recommended practice questions in Geography · Indian Soils