Conservation refers to the management of natural resources with a view to maintain or increase their quantity, quality and genetic diversity. In conservation, human population growth is controlled so as not to overpower natural regeneration and other sources of renewal. Conservation is often thought of as being mostly about wildlife and forest management, but it […]
India is a land of varied flora and fauna. It is one of the 12 mega biodiversity hotspots of the world. Two of India’s great mountain ranges, the Eastern Himalayas and the Western Ghats, have been designated among the world’s 18 biodiversity hotspots. But, in the last few decades, we have seen a steady increase
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There is a rapid decline in the percentage of forest land in India, but in terms of the total geographical area which is occupied by forests, they still have a good coverage. India has many rivers, lakes and ponds which are important wildlife habitats. The following table would elaborate on Species diversity in different classes
There have various methods of soil conservation. Some of them are: Contour ploughing: Ploughing along the contour lines can check the flow of water down the slopes. It is called contour ploughing. It can be practised on the hills. Terrace cultivation: Steps can be cut out on the slopes making terraces. It restricts soil erosion.
Soil erosion is caused due to human activities like deforestation, over-grazing, construction and mining etc. Soil erosion is basically the same as rain washing away the soil which has resulted in serious losses for farmers. So Conservation of soil is necessary for farmers, earthen pot manufacturers, contractors, individual homeowners. Also, there are some natural forces
The classification of soils in India is based on the factors causing their formation, colour, thickness, texture, age, chemical and physical properties. Soil development is an undertaking involving natural forces – weathering and erosion by running water (rivers), waves (seashore), ice (glacier), wind etc., the changes in these forces render soils of different types in
There are different types of soil – each with distinct composition and appearance. The most important characteristic of topsoil is that it provides a suitable environment for plant growth. Soil is the most important renewable natural resource. It is the medium of plant growth and supports different types of living organisms on the earth. It
Land degradation is a serious issue that worries every country; it has the potential to cause enormous harm and damage to ecosystems and the environment. Land degradation can be seen as a sequence of changes that reduces the land’s ability permanently to support human communities and wildlife. Land degradation implies a decrease in the overall
The use of land has wide implications for human beings. For example, soil must be very good for agriculture so that crops are not affected by droughts or floods. It must have enough ploughland to nourish population. The settlements on hills near the river should not affect the flow of water in the river. The
Land resources are used for the following purposes: 1. Forests 2. Land not available for cultivation 3. a) Barren and wasteland b) Land put to non-agricultural uses 4. Fallow lands 5. Other uncultivated lands (excluding fallow land) 6. Net sown area
