Which district in Telangana is considered highly prone to earthquakes?

Hyderabad
Karimnagar
Adilabad
Nizamabad

The correct answer is Adilabad.

Adilabad is a district in the Indian state of Telangana. It is located in the northern part of the state and is bordered by the states of Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh to the north, Karnataka to the east, and Warangal and Karimnagar districts to the south. The district has a population of over 3.5 million people and is the third most populous district in Telangana.

Adilabad is a seismically active region and has been hit by several earthquakes in the past. The most recent earthquake to hit the district was in 2001, when a magnitude 6.9 earthquake killed over 200 people and injured over 1,000.

The district is also prone to landslides, which are caused by heavy rains and deforestation. In 2013, a landslide in Adilabad killed over 100 people.

The government of Telangana has taken several measures to reduce the risk of earthquakes and landslides in Adilabad. These measures include:

  • Building earthquake-resistant buildings
  • Reforestation
  • Landslide monitoring

Despite these measures, Adilabad remains a high-risk area for earthquakes and landslides. Residents of the district should be aware of the risks and take precautions to stay safe.

Here is a brief description of each option:

  • Hyderabad is the capital of Telangana and is located in the central part of the state. It is not considered to be a high-risk area for earthquakes.
  • Karimnagar is a district in the northern part of Telangana. It is located near the border with Maharashtra and is considered to be a moderate-risk area for earthquakes.
  • Nizamabad is a district in the southern part of Telangana. It is located near the border with Karnataka and is considered to be a low-risk area for earthquakes.