पहाड़ी और पर्वतीय क्षेत्रों में मृदा अपरदन (soil erosion) को रोकने के लिए मुख्य रूप से कौन सी विधि अपनाई जाती है?

Consider the following statements regarding pulse cultivation and agricultural diversification in India: Statement I: Pulses play an important role in sustainable agriculture because many pulse crops fix atmospheric nitrogen in the soil, thereby improving soil fertility. Statement II: Pulses are a major source of plant-based protein and are an important component of food and nutritional security in India. Statement III: Promoting pulse cultivation can help reduce India's dependence on imports of pulses and support agricultural diversification. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Consider the following statements (A) and (B): Statement (A): Bora is a common variety of sticky rice used in Assam. Statement (B): Paddy grows well in clayey soil and requires a lot of water. Select the correct option from the following.