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Question
If a crowd gathers at the place of an earthquake, what would be the difficulties in relief work?
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Solution
If a crowd gathers at the place of an earthquake, the following are the difficulties faced during relief work:
- Hindrance to the clearance of debris
- Hindrance to the passage of ambulance carrying earthquake victims
- Aggravation of fear and panic in victims
- Chances of stampede and theft
- Quarrels amongst people for food and other resources
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