Section 4: Soil and Water Conservation Engineering
Watershed Management
Subtopic: Watershed characterization and land use capability classification
Question Statement:
According to standard USDA/ICAR Land Capability Classification (LCC), which classes of land are suitable for regular agricultural crop cultivation?
Options:
(A) Classes I to IV
(B) Classes V to VIII
(C) Classes VI and VII only
(D) Class VIII only
Answer Key:
A
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
• Land Capability Classes I to IV are arable lands suitable for sustained cultivation of crops with appropriate conservation practices.
• Classes V to VIII are non-arable lands designated for grazing, forestry, wildlife, and recreation.