Q. Which of the following Indonesian regions was a victim of massive earthquake in 2004 ?
✅ Correct Answer: (B)
Sumatra
Explanation: On December 26, 2004, a massive earthquake (9.1-9.3 magnitude) struck off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia.
It triggered a devastating tsunami that affected multiple countries around the Indian Ocean, causing massive destruction and loss of life.
Other Options Explained:
(A) Irian Jaya – A province in eastern Indonesia, not affected by the 2004 earthquake.
(C) Kalibangan – An ancient Indus Valley Civilization site in India, unrelated to Indonesia.
(D) Java – Another Indonesian island, but the earthquake's epicenter was near Sumatra.
Thus, the correct answer is (B) Sumatra
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
On December 26, 2004, a massive earthquake (9.1-9.3 magnitude) struck off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia.
It triggered a devastating tsunami that affected multiple countries around the Indian Ocean, causing massive destruction and loss of life.
Other Options Explained:
(A) Irian Jaya – A province in eastern Indonesia, not affected by the 2004 earthquake.
(C) Kalibangan – An ancient Indus Valley Civilization site in India, unrelated to Indonesia.
(D) Java – Another Indonesian island, but the earthquake's epicenter was near Sumatra.
Thus, the correct answer is (B) Sumatra
It triggered a devastating tsunami that affected multiple countries around the Indian Ocean, causing massive destruction and loss of life.
Other Options Explained:
(A) Irian Jaya – A province in eastern Indonesia, not affected by the 2004 earthquake.
(C) Kalibangan – An ancient Indus Valley Civilization site in India, unrelated to Indonesia.
(D) Java – Another Indonesian island, but the earthquake's epicenter was near Sumatra.
Thus, the correct answer is (B) Sumatra