Geography
Answer
The steps that can be taken to control soil erosion in the hilly areas are:
- Contour Ploughing — Ploughing along the contour lines can decelerate the flow of water down the slopes, decreasing the erosion.
- Terrace Cultivation — Steps can be cut out on the slopes making terraces to restrict erosion.
- Plantation — Plantation of trees on barren hilly areas reduces soil erosion and land slides.
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