While landslides can occur naturally (triggered by rain, earthquakes, erosion), if the primary cause is human activity such as improper slope cutting for roads, buildings, or other construction, it is classified as a man-made or anthropogenic disaster because the human action directly triggered the event.
Natural disasters cause maximum damage in developing countries due to vulnerability factors. 2. The Bhopal gas tragedy was a major industrial accident, classified as a man-made disaster. 4. Mangrove forests provide significant protection against coastal hazards like cyclones and storm surges. 264. Landslide caused due to civil construction work in a hilly area is :
Asked in UPSC CISF AC EXE 2022 · Topic: Environment and Sustainable Development (Natural Disasters and Disaster Management Strategies)
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Answer: A. a man-made disaster.
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