What is one benefit of making field bunds?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: मिट्टी के कटाव को कम करके पानी को खेत में रोकने में मदद
Field bunds slow down rainwater runoff. This reduces the loss of fertile topsoil and allows more water to remain in or infiltrate the field. Burning crop residues is not a function of bunds and also causes pollution. Exam tip: associate field bunds with soil conservation, water conservation, and erosion control.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
मिट्टी के कटाव को कम करके पानी को खेत में रोकने में मदद
Why is this the correct answer?
Field bunds slow down rainwater runoff. This reduces the loss of fertile topsoil and allows more water to remain in or infiltrate the field. Burning crop residues is not a function of bunds and also causes pollution. Exam tip: associate field bunds with soil conservation, water conservation, and erosion control.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Work, Livelihood and Career. Topic: Traditional occupations in India - Agriculture.