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(a) How can a meaningful skill development programme contribute to the economic growth of hill areas ? (20 marks)

(b) Differentiate between the ‘intensity’ and ‘magnitude’ of an earthquake and explain its varying impact in different parts of India. (15 marks)

(c) Discuss the implications of India’s strategic location with reference to the Indian Ocean. (15 marks)