Topic: Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc.
1. The Pacific Ring of Fire accounts for around 75% of the world’s active volcanoes and is prone to major earthquakes and volcanic eruptions due to the tectonic forces at play in this region. Discuss. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Times of India , Insights on India
Why the question:
The article reports that the Mayon Volcano in the Philippines has experienced a gentle eruption, spewing lava and prompting authorities to warn thousands of people to be prepared to evacuate.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about volcanic landforms and reasons for frequent eruptions and earthquakes in the rim of the Pacific Ocean.
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 giving context about volcano and volcanism.
Body:
First, write about the Pacific Ring of Fire and explaining the reason behind its active state due to which it hosts the largest number of active volcanoes of the world, its association with plate tectonics.
Conclusion:
Conclude by Summarising.
