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Classification and Types of Disasters and Natural Hazards

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Classification and Types of Disasters and Natural Hazards

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Which of the following is classified as a natural disaster in India?

Cyber attacks

Industrial accidents

Financial crises

Tsunamis (correct)

Which type of disaster is considered the most unpredictable and highly destructive?

Earthquake (correct)

Industrial fire

Power outage

Flood

What type of disaster is of tectonic origin and has proved to be the most devastating?

Forest fire

Drought

Landslide

Earthquake (correct)

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?

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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).