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    Earthquakes in India: Types & Causes Explained

    causes of earthquakes
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    Earthquakes are nothing but the tremors arising from seismic waves.

    What are these seismic waves, you ask?

    Well, the earth’s crust is made up of 7 large and several smaller tectonic plates. When two such plates suddenly slip past each other, the friction between them disperses waves of seismic energy to the adjoining areas.

    There are several other causes of earthquakes. However, before delving into those, you first need to understand the types of earthquakes.

    What Are the Different Types of Earthquakes?

    Earthquakes all over the world originate along the fault lines between two tectonic plates. You can refer to this image below for understanding worldwide plate tectonics better.

    Based on the origin, earthquakes all over the world can be classified into four categories.

    Tectonic Earthquakes

    These are earthquakes caused by natural tectonic plate movements. These quakes are the most common ones worldwide, usually occurring at the boundaries of the tectonic plates.

    Tectonic quakes are the most devastating ones all over the world and usually originate from deep underground.

    Volcanic Earthquakes

    Volcanic earthquakes are associated with active volcanoes and occur when the volcano erupts. When a volcano erupts, it releases an enormous amount of embedded pressure. This pressure generates seismic waves and causes the earth to shake.

    Volcanic earthquakes are usually not as strong as tectonic ones and occur near the surface. Hence, they are usually felt close to the hypocentre.

    Induced Earthquakes

    Human activities usually cause induced earthquakes. Man-made causes of earthquakes include tunnel construction, implementing geothermal or fracking projects, nuclear bombings and filling reservoirs.

    Collapse Earthquakes

    Collapse earthquakes occur due to extensive cave-ins. These quakes usually occur in karst areas or in the vicinity of mining facilities due to subsidence.

    Now that you have understood the different types of earthquakes, let’s take a look at the detailed causes of this natural disaster.

    What Are the Main Causes of Earthquakes in India?

    The main cause of earthquakes here is the Indian plate’s gradual shift towards the Eurasian plate at an annual rate of about 50 mm. This gives rise to the most common tectonic earthquakes.

    Other causes of earthquakes in India include human activities and cave-ins, as already discussed in detail under induced earthquake types.

    10 Major Earthquakes in India

     

    Several earthquakes have hit India over the past century. Some notable ones are listed below.

    Location and Date

    Epicentre and Magnitude

    Death Toll

    The Indian Ocean, 26 December 2004

    Sumatra (West Coast), Indonesia - 9.3

    > 283,106

    Kashmir, 8 October 2005

    Muzaffarabad, Kashmir (Pakistan) - 7.6

    130000

    Bihar, Nepal, 15 January 1934

    The southern part of Mount Everest - 8.7

    > 30,000

    Gujarat, 26 January 2001

    Kutch, Gujarat - 7.7

    20000

    Kangra, 4 April 1905

    Himalayas - 7.8

    > 20,000

    Latur, 30 September 1993

    Killari, Latur - 6.4

    > 9,748

    Assam, 15 August 1950

    Rima, Tibet - 8.6

    1526

    Assam, 12 June 1897

    Unknown - 8.1

    1500

    Uttarkashi, 20 October 1991

    Garhwal, Uttarakhand - 6.8

    >1,000

    Koynanagar, 11 December 1967

    Koyna - 6.5

    180

    What Are the Effects of Earthquakes in India?

    Earthquakes always leave devastating effects in their wake. There are two types of effects in the event of an earthquake - primary and secondary.

    • Primary Effects: Several structures collapse, including educational institutions, medical establishments, historical statues and monuments. An entire village, town or city can get demolished in the event of an earthquake.

    Besides facing death and injuries, people also lose their money and property. As a result, earthquakes also leave the victims emotionally weak.

    • Secondary Effects: Secondary effects mainly include the environmental ones. Earthquakes often cause tectonic uplift and subsidence, surface faulting, soil liquefaction, tsunamis, landslides, ground resonance, etc.

    Some constructive effects of earthquakes include changes in coastlines, formation of waterfalls, lakes, landforms, estuaries, gulfs, etc.

    Safety Measures to Follow During Earthquakes

    Besides the causes of earthquakes, you should also know the safety measures to be followed during an earthquake. 

    Here are some of them -

    • Keeping calm and reassuring others.
    • Moving away from buildings and electrical wires to open spaces.
    • Taking cover under a desk or table if you are indoors.
    • Staying away from glass doors and windows if you are indoors.
    • Stop and stay inside your vehicle if you are driving.
    • Set your pets free to let them run outside.
    • Put out all kinds of open flames.

    Insurance Options to Combat Earthquake Crises

    Earthquakes cannot be predicted or prevented. However, you can opt for a home insurance policy to get covered against property damages arising from earthquakes. A valid home insurance policy can provide you with financial support to deal with the damage repair, renovation and rebuilding expenses.

    India has experienced a number of earthquakes over the last century. Studies show that over 50% of India’s total area is prone to earthquakes. In fact, the entire north-eastern region, including the Himalayan belt, is at risk of experiencing earthquakes with a magnitude above 8.0.

    With a clear understanding of the effects and causes of earthquakes, along with the safety measures and insurance options, we hope you will be able to deal with earthquakes in a better manner.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    ✓ Does mining increase the chances of an earthquake?

    Yes, mining is one of the man-made causes leading to frequent earthquakes in adjacent areas.

    Yes, mining is one of the man-made causes leading to frequent earthquakes in adjacent areas.

    ✓ Which areas in India are most susceptible to earthquake causes?

    The most earthquake-prone regions of India are Kashmir, North and Middle Bihar, the Western and Central Himalayas, the Rann of Kutch, the North-East Indian region and the Andaman and Nicobar group of islands.

    The most earthquake-prone regions of India are Kashmir, North and Middle Bihar, the Western and Central Himalayas, the Rann of Kutch, the North-East Indian region and the Andaman and Nicobar group of islands.

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