Class 11 NCERT • Geography Book 2 (New Syllabus)
Geography Ch 06: Natural Hazards and Disasters
Select a topic or study module below to explore natural hazards vs disasters, classification, earthquakes, tsunamis, tropical cyclones, floods, droughts, landslides, mitigation strategies, and comprehensive textbook solutions.
Topic 01 • Hazards vs Disasters
Exploring Differences Between Natural Hazards and Disasters, Vulnerability, Risks, and Classifications
Topic 02 • Earthquakes & Tsunamis
Analyzing Tectonic Origins, Seismic Zones in India, Destructive Impacts, and Oceanic Wave Tsunamis
Topic 03 • Tropical Cyclones
Studying Formation Conditions, Pressure Gradients, Coastal Surge Impacts, and Bay of Bengal Vulnerability
Topic 04 • Floods
Investigating Heavy Monsoonal Downpours, Brahmaputra and Ganga Basin Floods, and Flash Floods
Topic 05 • Droughts
Examining Meteorological, Agricultural, and Hydrological Droughts in Central and Western India
Topic 06 • Landslides
Analyzing Himalayan Fragile Slopes, Heavy Rains Triggers, Human Interference, and Road Blockages
Topic 07 • Mitigation & Management
Studying Pre-Disaster Preparedness, Early Warning Systems, Afforestation, and Zoning Laws
Module 08 • Solutions & Quiz