Discuss the distribution and economic importance of Laterite soils in India.
Introduction
Laterite is derived from Greek 'later' meaning 'brick'. These are pan infertile acidic soils formed in the humid & moist regions formed by the process of laterisation (pedogenic regime).
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Distribution of laterite soil:
(i) Eastern Indian states like Odisha (Sunxi belt), Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh.
(ii) Central interiors, in parts of Maharashtra & MP.
(iii) Western inter plateau interiors & the Karnataka-Mysore belt along the Goan belt.
Economic importance:
(i) Construction industry that contributes to infrastructural development.
(iii) Lie along the bauxite belt of the cookey plateau region.
Ways to improve fertility:
Thus to achieve the ambitious goals Land degradation, neutrality (LDN) by 2030 fine is need to restore these soils.
Diagram
Map of India showing distribution of laterite soils in eastern, central, and western regions with color shading and state boundaries marked
- Clear definition and etymology
- Specific geographic distribution with state examples
- Linked to economic activities (construction, agriculture, mining)
- Provided improvement strategies
- Mentioned LDN goals
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