The major flood prone areas of India cover almost what percentage of the country's area?

12.5%

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Solution

The correct option is D 12.5%
A flood is an overflow of water on normally dry ground. This is most commonly due to an overflowing river, a dam break, snowmelt, or heavy rainfall. According to the Geological Survey of India (GSI), the major flood-prone regions is 12.5% area of the country.
The correct answer is A.

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