A major programme called 'silviculture' has been started to replenish the forests. Which of the following is not an advantage of this programme?

It maintains a perfect water cycle in nature

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It prevents soil erosion

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Its practice does not vary with different terrains and soil types

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It produces a large quantity of raw materials for industry

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Solution

The correct option is C Its practice does not vary with different terrains and soil types
The disadvantage of uneven-aged forests is that management requires more frequent entries of heavy machinery, which can cause damage to residual live trees, reduce their commercial value, and increase their vulnerability to insects and diseases. Its Practice does not vary with different terrains and soil types.

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The major programme started to replenish the damaged forests is called:
(a) horticulture
(b) tissue culture
(c) agriculture
(d) silviculture

A major programme that has been started to replenish the forests by growing more trees and plants is:

Which of the following statements is not correct?

(i) Forests protect the soil from erosion.

(ii) Plants and animals in a forest are not dependent on one another.

(iii) Forests influence the climate and water cycle.

(iv) Soil helps forests to grow and regenerate.

Question 12
Which of the following statements is not correct?

(i) Forests protect the soil from erosion.
(ii) Plants and animals in a forest are not dependent on one another.
(iii) Forests influence the climate and water cycle.
(iv) Soil helps forests to grow and regenerate.

Q. Question 11
In our country, large patches of forests are being cleared for cultivation of crops. The environmental impact of such a practice will lead to

(a) soil erosion
(b) soil conservation
(c) soil pollution
(d) soil fertility

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