Question

Which one of the following methods is most appropriate to check soil erosion on steep slopes?
(a) shelter belts (b) mulching (c) terrace cultivation
NCERT Solutions for Class 8th Social Science Resourse and Development Chapter 2 Exercise 2(ii)

Answer 1

The right answer to this question is c. terrace cultivation.

The cultivation of terraces on the steep slopes is very helpful in preventing the soil erosion.

The terraces are built in straight grade to make the water flow through the channels very slowly.

In areas where the rain fall is low and with the water scarcity, terrace cultivation is the best method to prevent soil erosion.

Answer 2

Answer:

terrace cultivation is a most appropriate to check soil erosion on steep slopes