Question

give reasons why shivaliks are prone to landslides

Answer 1

Shivalik is made up of unconsolidated sediments and is in the lowermost part of the Himalayas. It is located near river valleys and also experiences heavy rainfall and is hence, prone to landslides. It is also located near the boundary of a tectonic plate, and thus, prone to earthquakes as well.

Answer 2

Answer:

Shivalik ranges are composed of unconsolidated sediments and contain gravel and alluvium so, they are weak in nature. They lie on the boundary of convergence of eurasian and indo-auatralian plate so they are prone to earthquakes and landslides.

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