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Natural Hazards and Disasters
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What are the major natural hazards occurring in India ?

Answer

Natural disasters or hazards are the results of sudden earth movements which change the face of earth in short period causing heavy loss of life and property. Droughts, floods, tsunamis, cyclones, landslides and earthquakes are some of the major natural hazards occuring in India.

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