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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- Peaty and marshy soils are dark, acidic, organic-rich soils formed in waterlogged, humid regions where decomposed vegetation accumulates faster than it decays.
- Where in India are peaty and marshy soils predominantly found?
- Why are peaty soils acidic and what does this mean for cultivation?
- How do peaty soils differ from black regur soils?

[Civil Service & Diplomatic Exams](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/civil-services/glossary)Updated June 22, 2026

Peaty and marshy soils are dark, acidic, organic-rich soils formed in waterlogged, humid regions where decomposed vegetation accumulates faster than it decays.

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