Multiple choice

Consider the following facts:

  1. The devastating 2001 Gujarat earthquake had its epicentre in Hindu Kush mountain range.
  2. It was rated 7.7 on the Richter scale and lasted for over 2 minutes.

Which of the above is/are true?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The 2001 Gujarat earthquake occurred on January 26, 2001, India's 51st Republic Day. The epicentre was about 9 km southwest of the village Chobari in Bhachau Taluka of Kutch district of Gujarat, India. The earthquake reached a magnitude of between 7.6 and 7.7 on the moment magnitude scale.

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