Natural Disasters in India

Geography ⇒ Indian Geography

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Describe the role of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in disaster management in India.

Describe two preventive measures to reduce the impact of earthquakes in urban areas.

Describe two ways in which technology can help in disaster management in India.

Explain how afforestation can help in reducing the impact of floods and landslides.

Explain the main causes of floods in the northern plains of India.

Explain the process of cyclone formation in the Bay of Bengal.

Explain the term 'drought' and mention one major cause of drought in India.

Explain why the eastern coast of India is more prone to cyclones than the western coast.

List any two effects of cyclones on coastal areas in India.

List any two human activities that can increase the risk of landslides.

Name any two major rivers in India that are prone to causing floods.

Name the two tectonic plates whose collision causes frequent earthquakes in the Himalayan region.

What is the main difference between a cyclone and a tornado?

What is the main function of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in disaster management?

What is the main reason for landslides in the Himalayan region?

Which natural disaster is measured using the Richter scale?