Complete Disaster Management - UPSC Disaster Management

Disaster Management: Concepts, Types, and Institutional Framework

Definition and Core Concepts of Disaster A disaster is defined as a catastrophic mishap, calamity, or grave occurrence in any area, arising from natural, man-made, accidental, or negligent causes, resulting in substantial loss of life, property, or environmental degradation, and of...

Which of the following best describes a disaster as per the Disaster Management Act of 2005?

A catastrophic event causing substantial loss of life, property, or environment, beyond the coping capacity of the affected community.

What is the primary difference between a hazard and a disaster?

A hazard is an event with potential to cause harm, while a disaster is an event that actually disrupts normal life and exceeds coping capacity.

Which of the following best describes a disaster as per the Disaster Management Act of 2005?

A catastrophic event causing substantial loss of life, property, or environment, beyond the coping capacity of the affected community.

What is the primary difference between a hazard and a disaster?

A hazard is an event with potential to cause harm, while a disaster is an event that actually disrupts normal life and exceeds coping capacity.

What is the Global Compact on Refugees (GCR)?

The Global Compact on Refugees (GCR) is an international framework adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2018. It provides a blueprint for a better international response to large movements of refugees and protracted refugee situations, emphasizing predictable and equitable responsibility sharing.

Define "Rat-hole Mining."

Rat-hole mining is an illegal and unscientific method of coal extraction, prevalent in Meghalaya. It involves digging small, narrow tunnels into the ground, typically just wide enough for one person to enter and extract coal, often leading to dangerous accidents.