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प्रश्न
Define: Epidemic
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उत्तर
It is an outbreak of a contagious disease that spreads rapidly and widely.
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Natural and Manmade Disasters
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______ is the most flood-prone region amongst the great northern plains of India with almost ______ per cent of the state affected by floods.
Match the following:
| Column A | Column B |
| 1. Earthquake | a. Dykes and embankments |
| 2. Floods | b. Extinguisher |
| 3. Droughts | c. Drop, cover, hold |
| 4. Fire | d. Rainwater harvesting |
Write true or false:
The geographical location and landscape of India expose it to earthquakes.
