Question
General Knowledge Question on Environmental and Social Issues
Which of the following measures are effective for soil conservation in India ?
(i) Avoiding crop rotation
(ii) Afforestation
(iii) Encouraging the use of chemical fertilizers
(iv) Limiting shifting cultivation
A
(i) and (ii)
B
(ii) and (iv)
C
(iii) and (iv)
D
(i), (ii), and (iii)
Answer
(ii) and (iv)
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (B): (ii) and (iv).