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What is one of the consequences of continuous use of land without conservation measures?
What is one of the consequences of continuous use of land without conservation measures?
- Rapid plant growth
- Land degradation (correct)
- Improved soil fertility
- Increase in agricultural productivity
Which method can help check land degradation in arid areas according to the text?
Which method can help check land degradation in arid areas according to the text?
- Promoting mining activities
- Increasing overgrazing activities
- Planting shelter belts of plants (correct)
- Discharging untreated industrial wastes
What percentage of basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing are obtained from land?
What percentage of basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing are obtained from land?
- 70%
- 50%
- 30%
- 95% (correct)
Which human activity has NOT contributed significantly to land degradation according to the text?
Which human activity has NOT contributed significantly to land degradation according to the text?
What is the main reason for land degradation in states like Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh?
What is the main reason for land degradation in states like Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh?
How does over irrigation contribute to land degradation in Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh?
How does over irrigation contribute to land degradation in Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh?
What impact does grinding of limestone for the cement industry have on the environment?
What impact does grinding of limestone for the cement industry have on the environment?
What is the main reason for the depletion of resources according to the text?
What is the main reason for the depletion of resources according to the text?
What are some consequences of indiscriminate exploitation of resources as mentioned in the text?
What are some consequences of indiscriminate exploitation of resources as mentioned in the text?
Why is soil considered the most important renewable natural resource?
Why is soil considered the most important renewable natural resource?
Why is equitable distribution of resources considered essential according to the text?
Why is equitable distribution of resources considered essential according to the text?
How does the text suggest we can ensure a sustainable existence of all forms of life?
How does the text suggest we can ensure a sustainable existence of all forms of life?
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