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The 1993 Latur earthquake is notable as an example of

  • A.a volcanic earthquake near an active vent
  • B.a collapse earthquake in a mining district
  • C.an intraplate earthquake in a stable continental region
  • D.a great subduction zone earthquake

Answer: C

It occurred far from any plate boundary in peninsular India, in an area previously thought quiet, and caused heavy loss of life because the shallow focus met unreinforced masonry housing. It showed that stable regions are not free of hazard.

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