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What is the definition of a disaster according to the World Health Organization?
What is the definition of a disaster according to the World Health Organization?
- An event causing damage, ecological disruption, loss of human life, and deterioration of health on a scale requiring an extraordinary response (correct)
- An unfortunate event that brings great damage and loss to human life and property
- Any occurrence that causes devastation to human life and property
- A sudden calamitous event that hampers ongoing developmental projects in a particular area
What does disaster management involve?
What does disaster management involve?
- Recovery and response to natural or man-made disasters
- Ecological disruption and health services in affected communities
- Preparation for ongoing developmental projects in disaster-prone areas
- Organization and management of resources for dealing with humanitarian aspects of emergencies (correct)
What is the primary goal of disaster management?
What is the primary goal of disaster management?
- Preventing the occurrence of disasters
- Providing extraordinary response to affected communities
- Lessening the impact of sudden disasters (correct)
- Minimizing the damage caused by ongoing developmental projects
What does disaster management aim to do in the case of a disaster?
What does disaster management aim to do in the case of a disaster?
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How does the text define a disaster?
How does the text define a disaster?
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