Environment & Ecology
Soil Erosion
Soil Erosion articles for UPSC exam preparation under Environment & Ecology.
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Articles on Soil Erosion
Land Degradation and Soil Conservation in Jharkhand
Jharkhand JPSC topic: Land Degradation and Soil Conservation in Jharkhand
12 Mar 2026
Invisible Scars: Threat of Gully Erosion
Context A Scientific Reports paper highlights that gully erosion can derail progress on at least nine of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially zero hunger, clean water and sanitation, and climate action. Causes of Gully Erosion Vegetation Loss: The absence of trees and grasses weakens soil structure, making it vulnerable to erosion during rain. Irregular weather patterns—long dry spells followed by heavy rain—reduce vegetation and increase runoff, worsening gully erosion.
10 May 2025