Covering 46% of India's expanse, alluvial soils, nurtured by Indo-Gangetic-Brahmaputra rivers, drive productive agriculture.
Alluvial soils
Clay-rich black soils, born from volcanic rocks in Deccan Plateau, owe their darkness to titaniferous magnetite or iron. Encompassing 16.6% of India's land.
Black soils
Black soils
Found in arid areas of Deccan plateau, red soil's hue arises from iron in crystalline rocks. Vital for eastern and southern agriculture.
Red soil
Laterite soils, abundant in Karnataka, Kerala, and more, foster tea and coffee growth. Thriving in regions like Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Assam.
Laterite Soils
Forested hills give rise to organic-rich soils, gracing Himalayas, Sikkim, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, and Kashmir. Flourishing in cold and dry climates.
Forest and Mountain Soils
Thar Desert harbours arid soils, sculpted by minimal rainfall. Home to sturdy cacti, adapting to the harsh environment.
Arid and Desert Soils
Sandy soils with low clay and organic content bear saline soils with minimal sodium adsorption. A puzzle for cultivation.
Saline Soils
Regions of heavy rain and high humidity yield peaty and marshy soils. Enriched with organic matter, humus, and thriving vegetation.