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Write any two reasons responsible for land degradation.

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Answered by kambleanjali74935

Answered by anshdeepsinghisking

Explanation:

Some of the factors responsible for land degradation are :-

(i) loss of vegetation occuring due to deforestation

(ii) unsustainable fuel wood and fodder extraction

(iii) shifting cultivation

(iv) encroachment into forest land

(v) forest fires and over grazing

(vi) non-adoption of adequate soil conservation measures

(vii) improper crop rotation

(viii) indiscriminate use of agro-chemicals such as fertilisers and pesticides

(ix) improper planning and management of irrigation systems

(x) extraction of ground water in the competing uses of land for forestry, agriculture, pastures, human settlements and industries

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