Topic: Disaster and disaster management.
5. Deliberate upon the risks and vulnerability of earthquakes in the Himalayan region. Also suggest earthquake preparedness measures to abate the effect of it. (250 words)
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.4 struck Assam. Thus the question.
Key Demand of the question:
Deliberate upon the risks and vulnerability of earthquakes in the Himalayan region. Also suggest earthquake preparedness measures to abate the effect of it.
Directive:
Deliberate – Weigh up to what extent something is true. Persuade the reader of your argument by citing relevant research but also remember to point out any flaws and counter- arguments as well. Conclude by stating clearly how far you agree with the original proposition.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
One can start with the definition of Earthquake.
Body:
The answer body must have the following aspects covered:
Discuss briefly the Earthquake proneness of regions in India especially the seismic zones of India. Entire northeastern India, parts of the UTs Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rann of Kutch, parts of North Bihar and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are classified as Zone-V.
Explain the risks and vulnerability of earthquakes in the Himalayan region.
Suggest earthquake preparedness measures to abate the effect of it.
Conclusion:
Conclude with way forward.
