Splash Erosion is otherwise called as

Correct option is C

✅ (c) raindrop erosion
· Splash erosion is caused by the impact of raindrops dislodging soil particles from the surface.
· Also known as raindrop erosion, it is the first stage of soil erosion.
· This dislodged soil is later transported by runoff (sheet or rill erosion).
❌ (a) rill erosion
· Rill erosion refers to the formation of small, shallow channels formed by flowing water on sloped lands.
❌ (b) gully erosion
· Gully erosion is an advanced stage where large channels or gullies are formed.
❌ (d) sheet erosion
· Sheet erosion is the uniform removal of a thin soil layer over a large area by surface runoff, following splash erosion.