Geographical Perspective on selected issues & problems Test - 1

Afforestation, the process of planting trees, is aimed at preventing land degradation by stabilizing soil and preventing erosion.

Waterlogging occurs when the soil becomes saturated with water, leading to poor aeration and adversely affecting plant growth. This can result in land degradation due to reduced agricultural productivity.

habua district in Madhya Pradesh is identified as one of the five most backward districts in the country, characterized by a high concentration of tribal population, mainly Bhils.

Infiltration refers to the process where water percolates through soil and vegetation, naturally filtering out pollutants in the process.

Soil erosion induced by water is the major cause of land degradation in the world.

Jhabua district has faced high rates of resource degradation, including both land and forest degradation. 

Noise pollution from sea traffic is primarily confined to harbour areas due to loading and unloading activities.

Soil erosion primarily results from factors such as excessive rainfall, wind, and water flow, which dislodge and transport soil particles, leading to land degradation.

To remove pollutants and contaminants from wastewater. Wastewater treatment plants are designed to treat sewage and wastewater to remove pollutants before releasing the treated water back into the environment.

Natural erosion, while contributing to sedimentation in water bodies, is not considered a primary source of water pollution caused by human activities.