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GS Paper IUPSC Prelims 2013
Human & Political Geography
Question No. 200Interactive Test Mode
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Q200. Contour bunding is a method of soil conservation used in: (2013)

Contour bunding is a method of soil conservation used in: (2013)

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Correct Answer: Option (D) — None of the above

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Contour bunding involves constructing earthen banks (bunds) along contour lines across slopes to intercept runoff, reduce soil erosion, and promote water infiltration. It is practiced on gently sloping or undulating agricultural lands/hills, not on flat floodplains, desert margins (where windbreaks/shelterbelts are used), or scrublands. Hence, 'None of the above' is correct.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2013 (Q200)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicGeography → Human & Political Geography
Official Answer KeyOption (D) — None of the above

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What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2013 GS Paper I Question 200 (Geography)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2013 Geography (Human & Political Geography) question is Option (D): "None of the above". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2013 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Geography" and micro-topic "Human & Political Geography". You can explore all repeated questions from Human & Political Geography in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

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