{"id":15945,"date":"2023-11-14T12:20:52","date_gmt":"2023-11-14T12:20:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=15945"},"modified":"2024-09-09T10:45:15","modified_gmt":"2024-09-09T10:45:15","slug":"differentiate-the-causes-of-landslides-in-the-himalayan-region-and-western-ghats-150-words-10-marks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/differentiate-the-causes-of-landslides-in-the-himalayan-region-and-western-ghats-150-words-10-marks\/","title":{"rendered":"Differentiate the causes of landslides in the Himalayan region and Western Ghats. (150 Words 10 Marks)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-gs-advance-and-mentorship-program-ampcsat?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Link&amp;utm_campaign=GS+Advanced\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Distinct geological factors contribute to landslides in the Himalayan region and Western Ghats. The Himalayas face challenges from tectonic activities, intense rainfall, and glacial melting, while the Western Ghats contend with heavy monsoons, steep slopes, and soil erosion. Unique topographies necessitate tailored mitigation strategies in each region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>UPSC Mains General Studies Paper \u2013 1 Mains 2021<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-civil-services-ias-exam-question-paper-2021\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>UPSC Mains Civil Services IAS Exam Question Paper \u2013 2021<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e1d779d1d1e\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/differentiate-the-causes-of-landslides-in-the-himalayan-region-and-western-ghats-150-words-10-marks\/#Approach\" title=\"Approach&nbsp;\">Approach&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/differentiate-the-causes-of-landslides-in-the-himalayan-region-and-western-ghats-150-words-10-marks\/#Answer\" title=\"Answer\">Answer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/differentiate-the-causes-of-landslides-in-the-himalayan-region-and-western-ghats-150-words-10-marks\/#Introduction\" title=\"Introduction&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Introduction&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/differentiate-the-causes-of-landslides-in-the-himalayan-region-and-western-ghats-150-words-10-marks\/#Body\" title=\"Body&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Body&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/differentiate-the-causes-of-landslides-in-the-himalayan-region-and-western-ghats-150-words-10-marks\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion&nbsp;\">Conclusion&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/differentiate-the-causes-of-landslides-in-the-himalayan-region-and-western-ghats-150-words-10-marks\/#To_get_free_counselingsupport_on_UPSC_preparation_from_expert_mentors_please_call_9773890604\" title=\"To get free counseling\/support on UPSC preparation from expert mentors please call 9773890604\">To get free counseling\/support on UPSC preparation from expert mentors please call 9773890604<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/differentiate-the-causes-of-landslides-in-the-himalayan-region-and-western-ghats-150-words-10-marks\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_Here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013 Here\">Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013 Here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Approach\"><\/span>Approach&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Start with a brief intro of keyword \u201clandslides\u201d with the context of causes of landslides in Himalayan region and Western Ghats.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Discuss the unique causes which are associated with the particular Himalayan region and Western Ghats( must draw a map of India showing vulnerability of landslides).&nbsp;<\/li><li>conclusion\/way forward accordingly.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Answer\"><\/span>Answer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A landslide is characterised as the downward movement of a significant mass of rocks, debris, or earth along a slope. This phenomenon falls under the category of mass wasting, which encompasses any gravitational movement of soil and rock downhill. Himalayas and the Western Ghats regions are known for their diverse and challenging topography, which contributes to the occurrence of landslides.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Body\"><\/span>Body&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The causes of landslides in the Himalayan region and Western Ghats:<\/strong>&nbsp; Landslides are caused due to three major factors: geology, morphology, and human activity. The Himalayan region and the Western Ghats have unique characteristics that contribute to the causes of landslides in each area.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Himalayan Region:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Geology:<\/strong> The Himalayas are young and geologically active mountains, making them prone to landslides. Tectonic activity, including the constant movement of the Indian plate, leads to instability and rock fracturing, increasing the risk of landslides.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Morphology:<\/strong> Steep and sharp slopes are common in the Himalayas, which are vulnerable to erosion and slope failures. Heavy rainfall and seismic events further contribute to landslides in this region.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Anthropogenic Factors:<\/strong> Deforestation, particularly for agriculture and construction, weakens the slopes and removes vegetation that helps stabilise the soil. Unplanned infrastructure development and improper land-use practices can disrupt natural drainage patterns, exacerbating landslide risks.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\"><li><strong>Western Ghats:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Geology:<\/strong> The Western Ghats are considered relatively stable compared to the Himalayas. However, localised areas within the Western Ghats may experience landslides due to specific geological conditions, such as the presence of weak rock formations.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Anthropogenic Factors:<\/strong> Human activities can impact the stability of the Western Ghats. Intensive mining operations can weaken the natural structure of the land, while deforestation for settlements and road construction can destabilise slopes and increase landslide susceptibility.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Hence, The occurrence of landslides has increasingly become a significant challenge in recent years, primarily due to human activities and Anthropogenic factors. By adopting sustainable development practices and policies we can minimise the adverse impact of human activities on slope stability. 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