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Give one example of a native plant used for soil stabilization in the Thar Desert.

medium 1 mark Class 8 · Geography · Land, Soil, Water, Natural Vegetation and Wildlife Resources
Answer
Prosopis cineraria

The correct answer is Prosopis cineraria — Answer: Prosopis cineraria.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify a shrub native to the Thar Desert that has deep root systems.
  2. Name it as an example of soil stabilisation.
  3. Answer: Prosopis cineraria.
Common mistake: Choosing non‑native species.

Concept tested: Soil conservation in arid regions

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