Worst disaster in modern times , North India

 

Earthquakes

North India is a loosely defined region consisting of the northern part of India. The dominant geographical features of North India are the Indus-Gangetic Plain and the Himalayas, which demarcate the region from the Tibetan Plateau and Central Asia. The term North India has varying definitions.

An earthquake is caused by a sudden slip on a fault. ... When the stress on the edge overcomes the friction, there is an earthquake that releases energy in waves that travel through the earth's crust and cause the shaking that we feel.

Five Main Causes of Earthquakes are like

#Volcanic Eruptions. The main cause of the earthquake is volcanic eruptions.

# Tectonic Movements. The surface of the earth consists of some plates, comprising of the upper mantle.

#Geological Faults

#Man-Made. ... (Niuliar  trayal )

#Minor Causes.

prevent natural earthquakes

We cannot prevent natural earthquakes from occurring but we can significantly mitigate their effects by identifying hazards, building safer structures, and providing education on earthquake safety. By preparing for natural earthquakes we can also reduce the risk from human induced earthquakes..

Stay Safe During an Earthquake for example

# DROP down onto your hands and knees before the earthquake knocks you down. ... 

# COVER your head and neck (and your entire body if possible) underneath a sturdy table or desk. ... 

#HOLD ON to your shelter (or to your head and neck) until the shaking stops