Question

Where and why are there least earthquakes in India?

Answer 1

Answer:

The region of Kashmir, the Western and Central Himalayas, North and Middle Bihar, the North-East Indian region, the Rann of Kutch and the Andaman and Nicobar group of islands fall in this zone. Generally, the areas having trap rock or basaltic rock are prone to earthquakes.

Answer 2

Answer:

2017‑01‑03 India, Bangladesh 5.7 Mw V 3 8

2016‑01‑04 India, Myanmar, Bangladesh 6.7 Mw VII 11 200

2015‑10‑26 Afghanistan, India, Pakistan 7.7 Mw VII 399 2,536