Which is the most effective preventive measure to check soil erosion in the region of North Bengal?
| Question | Which is the most effective preventive measure to check soil erosion in the region of North Bengal? | |
| Type | multiple_choice | |
| Option | Making sea dykes | incorrect |
| Option | Terrace farming | correct |
| Option | Strip cropping | incorrect |
| Option | None of the above | incorrect |
| Solution | Soil erosion in the mountainous and forested areas of North Bengal is exacerbated by landslides, deforestation, shifting cultivation, and excessive siltation in rivers. To mitigate these issues, preventive measures such as cultivating along the hill slopes, adopting terrace farming techniques, and promoting afforestation are crucial steps. | |