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Consider the following statements about earthquakes: 1. The maximum damage due to an earthquake occurs at its epicentre. 2. In areas close to the epicentre, the earthquake waves reach the earth’s surface obliquely in a ‘to-and-fro movement’, thereby causing maximum damage. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct Answer: (b)
Official keyThis question appeared in the GPSC Prelims 2026 examination (GS). It is Question 122 out of 200 questions in this paper.
This question was part of the GPSC Prelims 2026 (GS). The GPSC Prelims examination tests candidates on general studies, current affairs, and aptitude through multiple-choice questions.
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