Topic: Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc.
1. What is an earthquake? Discuss the natural and anthropogenic causes behind an earthquake. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2023 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about causes of earthquakes and natural and anthropogenic causes behind it.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by defining an Earthquake.
Body:
In first part, give a brief about the mechanism of an earthquake and how it occurs.
Next, write about the various natural as well as anthropogenic causes that cause earthquakes.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing about the importance of preparedness to deal with earthquakes.
