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Which of the following is classified as a natural disaster in India?
Which of the following is classified as a natural disaster in India?
Which type of disaster is considered the most unpredictable and highly destructive?
Which type of disaster is considered the most unpredictable and highly destructive?
What type of disaster is of tectonic origin and has proved to be the most devastating?
What type of disaster is of tectonic origin and has proved to be the most devastating?
Which type of disaster is not classified as a natural disaster in India?
Which type of disaster is not classified as a natural disaster in India?
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Which type of disaster is related to undersea earthquakes?
Which type of disaster is related to undersea earthquakes?
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Study Notes
Natural Disasters in India
- Earthquakes, landslides, floods, cyclones, and droughts are classified as natural disasters in India.
Characteristics of Natural Disasters
- Tsunamis are considered the most unpredictable and highly destructive type of disaster.
Tectonic Disasters
- Earthquakes are of tectonic origin and have proved to be the most devastating type of disaster.
Non-Natural Disasters
- Industrial accidents and fires are not classified as natural disasters in India.
Undersea Earthquakes
- Tsunamis are related to undersea earthquakes.
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Test your knowledge on the classification and types of disasters and natural hazards. This quiz covers important topics for competitive exams such as the IAS Exam and Governance syllabus (GS-III).
