The frequency of earthquakes appears to have increased in the Indian subcontinent. However, Indiaâs preparedness for mitigating their impact has significant gaps. Discuss various aspects.
Points to Remember: Increased earthquake frequency in the Indian subcontinent. Significant gaps in India’s earthquake preparedness. Discussion of various aspects: seismic zones, infrastructure vulnerability, early warning systems, disaster response mechanisms, public awareness, and policy gaps. Introduction: The Indian subcontinent is situated in a seismically active zone, lying on the boundary of the Indian and Eurasian … Read more