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Geography GK · Q160

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Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 160

Q160

Which of the following areas or regions is most prone to earthquakes?

A.
Deccan Plateau
B.
Ganga Brahmaputra Valley
Answer
C.
Plains of northern India
D.
Western Ghats

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
As Ganga Brahmaputra Valley lies near the foot hills of the Himalayas they are more susceptible to earthquakes as compared to other regions given in option.