Landslides

The Himalayas, one of the world's most prominent mountain ranges, are highly prone to landslides due to various factors.

Landslides are the downward movement of soil, rock, or debris along a slope, often triggered by factors such as heavy rainfall, earthquakes, or human activities.

DJ Varnes developed a classification system for landslides based on their movement type, emphasizing the need for understanding landslide processes and their potential impacts.

Landslides are geological hazards that pose a significant threat to various regions globally. The Himalayas and the Western Ghats, both prominent mountain ranges in India, exhibit different frequencies of landslide occurrences. However, landslides are more frequent in the Himalayas as compared to the Western Ghats.

Landslides are natural disasters that can cause significant damage to the environment and pose a threat to human lives and infrastructure. The National Landslide Risk Management Strategy aims to mitigate the impact of landslides and protect vulnerable areas.