Seismicity (India): Which region is most prone to earthquakes? Compare India’s recognized high-seismicity belts. Choose the most appropriate region.
General Knowledge
Indian Geography
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AThe Himalayan and North-Eastern regions
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BThe Deccan Plateau interior
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CThe Thar Desert only
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DThe Eastern Coastal Plains exclusively
Answer
Correct Answer: The Himalayan and North-Eastern regions
Explanation
Concept/ApproachThe Himalayan arc and North-East India fall largely in seismic Zones IV–V (highest), owing to active plate convergence and complex tectonics.
Final AnswerThe Himalayan and North-Eastern regions