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Soil erosion can be prevented by

A
Overgrazing
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Removal of vegetation
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C
Afforestation
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Deforestation
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Solution

The correct option is D Afforestation
Afforestation is the establishment of a forest or trees in an area where there was no forest. As the roots of trees spread deep into the layers of soil, they hold it tightly, thus preventing soil erosion.
Therefore, the correct answer is option C.

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