Rann of Kutch lies in the seismic zone number
- AZone II
- BZone III
- CZone IV
- DZone VCorrect
Solution
Concept
IS 1893 seismic zone map puts the Kutch region (Gujarat) in Zone V, the highest risk zone.
Step-by-step solution
1. India has four seismic zones: II, III, IV and V. 2. Zone V is the very high risk zone. 3. The Kutch region, including the Rann of Kutch, is in Zone V (for example, the 2001 Bhuj earthquake). 4. So the answer is (D).
Explanation
The Rann of Kutch is a very active seismic area. The Bhuj earthquake of 2001 happened here. So it is placed in Zone V, the highest zone in the IS 1893 map.
Why the other options are wrong
Zone II, III and IV are lower risk zones; Kutch is in the highest zone, V.
Shortcut
Kutch, North-East India, J&K parts, Andaman and Nicobar = Zone V.
Common mistake
Thinking all of Gujarat is in Zone III or IV; only Kutch is in Zone V.
Correct answer: D) Zone V