Which among the following is the major cause of soil erosion and land degradation in South 24 Parganas?

May 25, 2023

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Question	Which among the following is the major cause of soil erosion and land degradation in South 24 Parganas?
Type	multiple_choice
Option	Shifting cultivation	incorrect
Option	Leaching	incorrect
Option	Coastal run-off	correct
Option	Overgrazing	incorrect
Solution	Soil erosion in coastal regions is primarily attributed to waterlogging, high salinity, poor water retention capacity, tidal waves, coastal run-off, and excessive siltation of rivers. The affected areas encompass North and South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, Howrah, and certain parts of Hoogly districts.