Question

Deforestation and over-grazing are reasons for soil erosion.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A

True

The removal of topsoil from a region by water and wind is called soil erosion. It is a natural process. The major causes of soil erosion are namely, deforestation, overgrazing, forest fires and poor farming techniques. Natural causes like wind and flood can also cause soil erosion.