Question

The major earthquake region of India is:
(a) Southern Plateau
(b) Himalaya
(c) Central India
(d) Coastal India

Answer 1

Answer:

A

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct answer is (B) Himalayas. It is the region in which major earthquakes occur. Even places which are closer to the Himalayas are earthquake prone areas.

India has been divided into 4 major seismic zones accordingly to the intensity of earthquakes taking place. They are: Zone 2( Least), Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5( maximum).

Areas adjoining the Himalayas belong to the seismic zone 5 such as Jammu and Kasmir. It is because of the friction taking place between the Eurasian and Indian plates.