With reference to soil conservation in India, consider the following statements: 1. Shelter belts and agro-forestry are effective techniques to prevent sand dune encroachment in arid regions. 2. Integrated land use planning considers climatic conditions, land configuration, and social behaviour of people for effective soil conservation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation:

Shelter belts and agro-forestry are used to prevent sand dune encroachment in arid areas.
Integrated land use planning involves multiple factors including climate, land features, and people’s behaviour for effective soil conservation.

Source: India Physical Environment

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