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प्रश्न
What are an earthquakes effects?
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उत्तर
At times, earthquakes take a heavy toll on life and property. Extensive damage is caused to houses, large buildings, bridges, dams, rail lines and power lines, communication networks etc. An earthquake can also act as a hazard by triggering landslides, avalanches and tsunamis.
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The ______ gas tragedy was caused by the accidental leakage of a highly toxic gas called methyl isocyanate from the Union Carbide factory.
Match the Columns
| A | B | ||
| 1 | Drought | a | Man-made disaster |
| 2 | Hiroshima bombing | b | Chemical disaster |
| 3 | Underwater earthquakes that cause tsunamis | c | Largest oil spill disaster |
| 4 | Accidental release of toxins in the environment from factories | d | Insufficient rainfall |
| 5 | Deepwater Horizon | e | Natural disaster |
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West Bengal is most vulnerable to floods.
What is a drought?
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About ______ per cent of the land area in India is drought-prone.
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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.
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Proper _________can help in limiting and minimizing damages and losses caused by natural or man-made disasters.
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 |
