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Write a short note on the earthquake zones of India.
Solution
The entire Himalayan belt is on the boundary between the Eurasian and the Indian plates and is, therefore, prone to earthquakes. It falls under the very high risk zone (Seismic Zone V). Because of frequent seismic activity, it cause severe damage to life and settlements in the area. Kachchh in Gujarat and the Ganga-Brahmaputra basin are in the high risk zone (Seismic Zone IV).
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