NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Social Science Geography Chapter 1
Social Science Class 10 Geography
Resources and Development 1
Important NCERT Questions Based on new NCERT Books for Session 2022-2023
Questions No: 2 Part: 3
What steps can be taken to control soil erosion in the hilly areas?
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Terrace farming and shelter belt plantation can be done to prevent soil erosion in hilly areas.
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Soil erosion in the hilly areas can be controlled by construction of terraces for farming and plugging of gullies by construction of check dams. It is known as terrace cultivation. western and central Himalayas have well-developed terrace farming.
1. Terracing: Building steps or terraces along the slopes to slow down water flow and prevent soil erosion.
2. Contour Plowing: Plowing across the contour lines of hills to trap water, reducing its speed and preventing erosion.
3. Strip Cropping: Alternating strips of different crops or leaving vegetation strips between crops to break water flow and protect soil.
4. Afforestation: Planting trees and vegetation on hills to hold the soil together with roots, preventing erosion by rain and wind.
5. Check Dams: Constructing small dams or retaining walls across slopes to slow water flow and keep soil intact.
6. Mulching: Covering soil with crop residue or organic materials to shield it from raindrops and reduce erosion.
7. Soil Conservation Practices: Methods like crop rotation, cover cropping, and minimum tillage to maintain soil structure and reduce erosion.
8. Education: Teaching communities about soil conservation’s importance and adopting erosion control methods for sustainable land management.