Question

142. Urbanization and occupation of river
banks and flood plains lead to
(1) Periodic exposure to inundation
(2) Greater flow velocity
(3) High run off
(4) Increased soil erosion​

Answer 1

Answer:

(4) Increased soil erosion.

Answer 2

Urbanization and occupation of river banks and flood plains lead to:

Explanation:

• The population of town on river banks are periodically exposed to inundation from the rivers.
• Then slowly these extensions increase as there is less space for water to flow.
• Removal of natural vegetation leads to the other 3 options.

• Correct answer is (a) Periodic exposure to inundation.