Topic: Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc.
1. The Volcanic landforms can vary widely in shape, size, and composition depending on the type of volcanic eruption and the characteristics of the lava and other volcanic materials involved. Explain. (150 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-2024 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about volcanic landforms and their types.
Directive:
Explain – Give a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the particular context. You must be defining key terms where ever appropriate, and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context about volcano and volcanism.
Body:
First, write in detail about the different types of volcanic landforms – Volcanic landforms are divided into extrusive and intrusive landforms etc.
Next, write about the various subtypes of the above landforms. Use a small representative diagram to represent the same.
Conclusion:
Conclude by Summarising.
