Q: Consider the following statements regarding earthquake: I. Tectonic earthquakes originate due to sliding of rocks along a fault plane. II. Volcanic earthquake is a special class of tectonic earthquake. III. The intensity of an earthquake is measured by the Richter scale. Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a)I and III only
(b)I and II only
(c)II and III only
(d)I, II and III
Correct Answer: (a)
The correct answer is (a): I and III only. Subject: Geology & Geophysics | Sub-topic: General Geology Note: This answer was determined through AI-based research. Verify against the official answer key when available.