19.18.2 - Sikkim Earthquake (2011)
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What was the magnitude of the 2011 Sikkim Earthquake?
💡 Hint: Think about the scale we use for measuring earthquakes.
Why is Sikkim vulnerable to earthquakes?
💡 Hint: Recall the physical geography of the area.
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What was the magnitude of the Sikkim Earthquake in 2011?
💡 Hint: Look at the Moment Magnitude Scale.
The Sikkim region is particularly vulnerable to earthquakes because...
💡 Hint: Recall the geological interactions in the region.
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Devise a comprehensive plan for earthquake mitigation in Sikkim that addresses both infrastructural and community-based challenges, incorporating lessons learned from the 2011 event.
💡 Hint: Consider both immediate and long-term strategies.
Assess the weaknesses in the existing building codes in the northeastern region of India and propose specific revisions.
💡 Hint: Look at historical earthquake damage as a guide.
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