Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The soil in tropical rain forests is rich in nutrients.…

Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The soil in tropical rain forests is rich in nutrients. Statement-II: The high temperature and moisture of tropical rain forests cause dead organic matter in the soil to decompose quickly. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
  1. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
  2. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
  3. Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
  4. Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Solution

Per the official UPSC key, the answer is C. Tropical rain forest soils are nutrient-poor because rapid decomposition is offset by heavy leaching — Statement-I incorrect; II correct — most coaching keys marked D.

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2023

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