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Prelims Paper I covers general studies.

UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist, Prelims · 2026 · Paper I, General Studies · Q23 of 120

Geo-Scientist Prelims 2026 General Studies Q23: Consider the following statements regarding earthquake :

QuestionGeomorphology / Earthquakes

Consider the following statements regarding earthquake :

  1. Tectonic earthquakes originate due to sliding of rocks along a fault plane.
  2. Volcanic earthquake is a special class of tectonic earthquake.
  3. The intensity of an earthquake is measured by the Richter scale.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  1. (a) I and III only
  2. (b) I and II only
  3. (c) II and III only
  4. (d) I, II and III

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