Plantation of trees on a large scale to check soil erosion are called
(A) Shelter belts
(B) Contour ploughing
(C) Strip cropping
(D) Afforestation
Correct Answer : Afforestation
Question Asked : SSC Graduate Level Tier-I Exam 2013, SSC CGL Tier-I Exam 2014
Explanation : Afforestation is the establishment of a forest or stand of trees in an area where there was no forest. As plant roots hold the soil. Afforestation prevents soil erosion and enables better retention of water.
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