Topic: Salient features of world’s physical geography.
2. In the Himalayan region, land sinking can occur due to various natural and human-induced factors. Examine. (150 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
A Joshimath-type land sinking has taken place in the remote Pernote village in Raman district on the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway causing damage to over 50 houses and four electricity towers.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the natural and man-made causes of land sinking in Himalayan region.
Directive:
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Define land sinking.
Body:
First, write about the man-made causes of lank sinking – tectonic activity, glacial melting, groundwater extraction, deforestation, mining, urbanization,
Next, write about the natural causes – landslides, erosion, and sedimentation etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
