Q. Saline and Alkaline soils are characterized by which of the following features ?

1. They are found in drought-prone areas.
2. They can be reclaimed by adding gypsum.
3. Texturally, they are sandy-loams.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Answer: 2 and 3
Notes: Among the given options, the correct features characterizing saline and alkaline soils are:

• They can be reclaimed by adding gypsum.
• Texturally, they are sandy-loams.

Saline and alkaline soils are not specifically limited to drought-prone areas. They can be found in various regions with specific soil conditions. The addition of gypsum can help reclaim these soils by improving their structure and reducing salinity. Texturally, saline and alkaline soils are often characterized as sandy-loams, which means they have a relatively equal mixture of sand, silt, and clay particles.