Degradation by Improper Resource Utilisation — Prelims Questions

Which of the following is NOT a direct consequence of deforestation?

The accumulation of salts on the soil surface, making it infertile, is primarily known as:

Which of the following agricultural practices is most likely to lead to waterlogging and salinization in arid regions?

Which of the following is a primary ecological consequence of over-extraction of groundwater?

Which of the following human activities is a major contributor to desertification?

Which of the following is a long-term strategy to combat soil degradation caused by nutrient depletion?