Land Degradation and Conservation
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What was the concept introduced in the report discussed in the text?

  • Wildlife Preservation
  • Resource Conservation
  • Sustainable Development (correct)
  • Economic Activities
  • What percentage of India's land area consists of mountains?

  • 43%
  • 27%
  • 30% (correct)
  • 10%
  • Which type of land is considered as 'Barren and waste land'?

  • Land with natural vegetation
  • Land used for industrial activities
  • Land unsuitable for cultivation (correct)
  • Land utilized for agriculture
  • What is one of the causes of land degradation as discussed in the text?

    <p>Deforestation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity falls under 'Land not available for cultivation' category as per the text?

    <p>Building roads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one solution proposed in the text to address land degradation?

    <p>Implementation of afforestation projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of land put to non-agricultural uses?

    <p>Settlements, roads, railways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity has contributed significantly to land degradation according to the text?

    <p>Deforestation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way to check land degradation in arid areas mentioned in the text?

    <p>Controlling overgrazing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which human activity has not contributed to land degradation according to the text?

    <p>Proper management of waste lands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing are obtained from land?

    <p>95%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is suggested as a solution to reduce land and water degradation in industrial and suburban areas?

    <p>Proper management of waste lands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the main causes of land degradation in states like Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha?

    <p>Deforestation due to mining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which states experience overgrazing as one of the main reasons for land degradation?

    <p>Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity generates a huge quantity of dust in the atmosphere that can lead to land degradation?

    <p>Mineral processing like grinding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the major consequences of over irrigation in states like Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh?

    <p>Increase in salinity and alkalinity in the soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which natural resource is highlighted as the most important renewable resource supporting plant growth and various living organisms?

    <p>Soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some important factors in the formation of soil mentioned in the text?

    <p>Climate and vegetation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Understanding Land and Its Significance

    • Land is the most important renewable resource supporting plant growth and various living organisms.
    • About 75% of India's land area consists of mountains.

    Land Degradation: Causes and Consequences

    • Land degradation is a major concern, with around 50% of India's land area affected.
    • Overgrazing is a significant cause of land degradation in states like Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha.
    • Mining activities have contributed significantly to land degradation.
    • Deforestation and soil erosion are other major causes of land degradation.

    Land Uses and Classification

    • Land not available for cultivation includes forests, deserts, and barren and waste land.
    • Examples of land put to non-agricultural uses include urban areas, roads, and industries.

    Solving Land Degradation

    • One solution proposed to address land degradation is agroforestry practices.
    • In arid areas, checking land degradation can be achieved by planting drought-resistant trees.
    • In industrial and suburban areas, reducing land and water degradation can be achieved by adopting sustainable practices like recycling and reusing water.

    Interesting Facts

    • Over-irrigation in states like Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh leads to waterlogging, which is a major consequence of over-irrigation.
    • About 95% of basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing are obtained from land.
    • Construction activities generate a huge quantity of dust in the atmosphere, contributing to land degradation.

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    Explore the concept of land degradation, its causes, and the environmental repercussions. Learn about potential solutions such as afforestation and proper grazing management.

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