In India, the problem of soil erosion is associated with which of the following?
Terrace cultivation
Deforestation
Tropical climate.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Terrace cultivation
Deforestation
Tropical climate.
Important Questions on Soil and Soil Conservation
Hydraulic Action is a type of erosion caused by:
Which among the following are the direct effects of soil erosion on the global environment?
1. Loss of fertile land.
2. Increased pollution.
3. Decline in marine species.
4. Solid wastes.
1. Reduced pest attack
2. Diversion of neem coated urea to non-agricultural uses
3. Improved soil health
Which of the following human activities lead to the erosion of soil?
1. Overcropping
2. Overgrazing
3. Deforestation
4. Mining
What are the advantages of contour ploughing in soil conservation?
Consider the following statements and find the correct one.
I. Prolonged wet and dry spells cause soil erosion in Central Bengal.
II. Spring season in Bengal experiences no rainfall and pleasant weather conditions.
III. Silviculture is a preventive measure of soil erosion in some districts of West Bengal.
Consider the following statements according to New Urea Policy 2015.
1. The government is to give subsidy for transportation of potassium and phosphorus through rail.
2. The government had approved a gas pooling policy, under which all urea units would get gas at the same price.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
