Geography PYQ 159 of 587 · Soils, Erosion & Conservation · Soil Erosion and Conservation

Soil conservation is a process in which—

  1. AInfertile soil is converted into fertile soil
  2. BSoil formation takes place
  3. CSoil erosion occurs
  4. DSoil is protected from damage

39th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 1994

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Correct answer: (d) Soil is protected from damage

Explanation

In a broad sense, soil conservation does not mean only controlling soil erosion, but also maintaining a high level of land fertility. In general, the measures adopted to protect soil from damage and to conserve its fertility and health are known as soil conservation.

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