Ladakh lies in the Seismic Zone-IV, which means it is very highly susceptible to the occurrence of earthquakes. Lying in the tectonically-active Himalayan region makes the region even more prone to frequent tremors.The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has categorised different areas of the country into four seismic zones based on their susceptibility to earthquakes. These zones are V, IV, III and II, with areas categorized as Zone V being at the highest risk and those labeled as Zone II the lowest.Find your daily dose of All Latest News including Sports News, Entertainment News, Lifestyle News, explainers & more. Stay updated, Stay informed- Follow DNA on WhatsApp.
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5.2 magnitude earthquake hits Ladakh’s Kargil; tremors also felt in Jammu and Kashmir
