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Physical Features of India — Social Science STD 9 — Question

Rajasthan BoardEnglish MediumSTD 9Social SciencePhysical Features of India3 Marks
Question
Why are the Shiwalik ranges prone to landslide and earthquakes?
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Answer

The Shiwalik ranges are still in the process of folding. This is the youngest range of the Himalayas formed by unconsolidated rock material. Therefore, these ranges are prone to earthquakes and landslides.

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