Assertion: Shelter belts have contributed significantly to the stabilization of sand dunes and in stabilizing the desert in western India. Reason: Ploughing along the contour lines can decelerate the flow of water down the slopes.
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Planting of shelter belts: Planting lines of trees to create shelter also checks the soil erosion. Rows of such trees are called Shelter Belts. These shelter belts have contributed significantly to the stabilization of sand dunes and in stabilizing the desert in western India.
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