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What does the Disaster Management Act of 2005 define Disaster Management as?
What does the Disaster Management Act of 2005 define Disaster Management as?
- A process that assesses the economic consequences of a disaster
- An integrated process of planning, organizing, and coordinating measures necessary for various aspects of disaster management (correct)
- A standalone process of organizing and coordinating measures for disaster prevention only
- A process that solely focuses on rescue and relief operations during a disaster
Who is responsible for the supervision, direction, and control of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)?
Who is responsible for the supervision, direction, and control of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)?
- National Executive Committee (NEC)
- District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA)
- State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA)
- National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) (correct)
Who heads the National Executive Committee (NEC) in India?
Who heads the National Executive Committee (NEC) in India?
- Chief Minister
- Union Home Secretary (correct)
- District Collector
- Prime Minister
What level of disaster is indicated when a disaster affects many people in a given area or community?
What level of disaster is indicated when a disaster affects many people in a given area or community?
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Who ensures that the guidelines framed by the NDMA and SDMA are followed at the District level?
Who ensures that the guidelines framed by the NDMA and SDMA are followed at the District level?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of disaster?
Which of the following is NOT a type of disaster?
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What is the primary purpose of the Disaster Management Act of 2005 as discussed in the text?
What is the primary purpose of the Disaster Management Act of 2005 as discussed in the text?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of a disaster?
Which of the following is a characteristic of a disaster?
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Which type of disaster, as classified in the text, involves the release of hazardous substances?
Which type of disaster, as classified in the text, involves the release of hazardous substances?
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