(i) How is red soil formed?

(ii) How is this soil suitable for dry farming?

What is soil erosion? Name the areas of soil erosion in India-

(i) for wind erosion

(ii) for running water erosion

Give a geographical reason for each of the following:

(i) Shelter belts reduce soil erosion in arid areas.

(ii) Rural development will influence soil conservation.

(iii) Water harvesting aids in soil conservation.

(i) What is meant by soil conservation?

(ii) State two measures to conserve soil in hilly areas.