Q.1) On the outline map of India, mark the location of all the following. Write the significance of these locations, whether physical/commercial/economic/ecological/ environmental/cultural, in not more than 30 words for each entry.: (2 x 5 =10 marks)
- Mundra Port
- Chandipur
- Mahendragiri
- Hazira
- Vembanad Lake
Q.2) Explain the following terminologies in about 50 words each: (5 x 5 =25 marks)
- Landslides
- Snow avalanche
- Epidemics
- Flash-floods
- Pandemics
Q.3) Account for the growing frequency and intensity of floods in India and suggest short- and long-term remedial measures indicating the chronically flood-prone areas.? (2015) (20 marks)
Q.4) Explain the causes, impacts and remedial measures of earthquake disaster (2002) (15 marks)
Q.5) Developmental projects in Himalayan region accelerates the aftermath effects of earthquake. Elucidate (15 marks)
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