Topic: urbanization, their problems and their remedies.
2. Assess the vulnerability of India to earthquakes. Discuss the factors that have led to an increase in the number of earthquakes in the country. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Down to Earth , Insights on India
Why the question:
There has been an increase in the number of earthquakes in January to November, 2023 compared to the last three years, Union Minister of Earth Sciences Kiren Rijiju told the Lok Sabha
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the vulnerability of India to earthquakes and reasons of the increase in the number of earthquakes
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.
Body:
First, write about the vulnerability of India to earthquakes. Draw a map showing different seismic zones.
Next, write about the factors that have led to an increase in the number of earthquakes in the country – activation of Almora Fault, increased dam seismicity etc.
Next, write about several measures the government needs to take mitigate their impact – building codes and standards, retrofitting old buildings, early warning systems, education and awareness, and emergency response planning.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
