Which of the following methods are best suitable to prevent gully erosion 1 Finger gullies can be el...........

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Which of the following methods are best suitable to prevent gully erosion?

1. Finger gullies can be eliminated by terracing.

2. In bigger gullies, the erosive velocity of water may be reduced by constructing a series of check dams.

3. Head ward extension of gullies can be controlled planting cover vegetation.

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Explanation:

The efforts should be made to prevent gully erosion and control their formation are as follows. Finger gullies can be eliminated by terracing. In bigger gullies, the erosive velocity of water may be reduced by constructing a series of check dams. Special attention should be made to control head ward extension of gullies. This can be done by gully plugging, terracing or by planting cover vegetation.