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Which type of disasters last for days, months, or years?
In India, which areas may face both floods and cyclones due to their geographical location?
What types of losses can natural disasters cause according to the text?
Which grade levels' Science textbooks cover topics like cyclones, floods, and volcanoes?
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What makes India one of the world's most disaster-prone countries according to the text?
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What are the key activities involved in disaster management?
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How did teachers and students contribute to disaster management?
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What was one of the key outcomes of the cyclonic storm in Andhra Pradesh in 1977?
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What is the purpose of constructing cyclone shelters and mounds under disaster management?
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How did the government and NGOs contribute to disaster management after the cyclonic storm in Andhra Pradesh in 1977?
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Study Notes
- India is highly prone to natural disasters like cyclones, earthquakes, droughts, floods, and landslides due to its large population and unique geo-physical characteristics.
- Disasters in India can be slow or rapid onset, causing human, material, economic, and environmental losses, with some areas vulnerable to multiple hazards simultaneously.
- Class VII and Class VIII Science textbooks in India cover topics such as cyclones, floods, droughts, tsunamis, landslides, and volcanoes to educate students on disaster management.
- Disaster management involves preparedness, mitigation, emergency response, relief, and recovery, with examples like the Bhopal Gas tragedy, Uphaar Cinema fire, and Jaipur serial blasts highlighting its importance.
- Initiatives in Andhra Pradesh post a cyclonic storm in 1977 included rehabilitation efforts, promoting cyclone-resistant construction techniques, forming village disaster management teams, and constructing cyclone shelters to enhance community preparedness.
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Explore the various natural hazards faced by India, including cyclones, earthquakes, droughts, floods, and landslides. Learn about the unique geo-physical characteristics that make India one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world.
