Question

    Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

    Assertion A: Sodic or alkali soils can be reclaimed by application of calcium carbonate (CaCO3).

    Reason R: Removal of excess salts to a desired level in the rooting zone is the basic principal of reclamation of saline soils.

    In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

    A Both A and R are correct and R is not the correct explanation of A Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B A is correct but R is not correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C A is not correct but R is correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Sodic and alkali soils are reclaimed by Gypsum, Elemental Sulfur and organic materials like Pressmud

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