Why is crop rotation necessary?
A. To increase the fertility of soil
B. To increase the quantity of minerals
C. To reduce the quantity of proteins
D. To plough various types of crops
Answer: Option A
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Soil contains many minerals and salts. Some of them are used by one type of crop while others by other crops. Crop rotation will help to regain those minerals and will prevent the over exploitation of one type of mineral.Related Questions on Agriculture and Soil in Indian Geography
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A. Drainage
B. Deforestation
C. Weathering
D. Grazing
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A. Red soil
B. Desert soil
C. Black soil
D. Brown soil
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A. Farming on the slopes of Western Ghats
B. Farming in the thickly populated areas
C. Farming in the thinly populated areas
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