[Objective] The current status and legislative response of rock desertification prevention and control were studied in order to provide a scientific basis for the targeted development of rock desertification prevention and control

and its integration into the legalization track. [Methods] The questionnaire survey method was conducted from October to December 2019 to investigate the public awareness of the phenomenon of rocky desertification

the evaluation and suggestions on the prevention and control of rocky desertification

and the awareness and demand for legislation on rocky desertification prevention. [Results] The harm of rocky desertification has basically become an ecological disaster generally recognized by the whole society. At present

the degree and frequency of popularization of rocky desertification education and publicity are relatively low

the public's understanding of rocky desertification is still weak

and the overall effect evaluation of the prevention and control of rocky desertification is generally satisfactory. However

the public's willingness to participate in the rock desertification control and ecological protection is positive

and the people have a strong tendency and demand for rock desertification prevention legislation. It is suggested that legislation should focus on the protection mechanism of provention and control funds and technology investment

project management and obligations

publicity methods

and law enforcement. [Conclusion] In order to effectively promote the prevention and control of rocky desertification in China

we should continue to strengthen the propaganda and control of rocky desertification

and strengthen the diversification of the participation mode of the main body and the prevention and control measures. It is necessary and urgent to carry out legislation on prevention and control of rocky desertification.