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Legal Framework for Disaster Management

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Which act was enacted in India to provide a legal framework for disaster management?

  1. The Disaster Management Act, 2005

  2. The National Disaster Management Authority Act, 2006

  3. The National Disaster Response Force Act, 2010

  4. The National Disaster Management Plan, 2016


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Disaster Management Act, 2005 was enacted to provide a legal framework for disaster management in India. It provides for the establishment of a National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), State Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs), and District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs).

What is the primary function of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)?

  1. To prepare and implement the National Disaster Management Plan

  2. To coordinate the response to disasters

  3. To provide financial assistance to disaster-affected areas

  4. To conduct research on disaster management


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary function of the NDMA is to prepare and implement the National Disaster Management Plan. The plan outlines the strategies and measures to be taken to prevent, mitigate, and respond to disasters.

Which ministry is responsible for coordinating disaster management activities in India?

  1. Ministry of Home Affairs

  2. Ministry of Defence

  3. Ministry of Finance

  4. Ministry of Agriculture


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for coordinating disaster management activities in India. It is responsible for the implementation of the National Disaster Management Plan and the coordination of relief and rehabilitation efforts.

What is the role of the State Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs) in disaster management?

  1. To prepare and implement the State Disaster Management Plan

  2. To coordinate the response to disasters within the state

  3. To provide financial assistance to disaster-affected areas within the state

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The SDMAs are responsible for preparing and implementing the State Disaster Management Plan, coordinating the response to disasters within the state, and providing financial assistance to disaster-affected areas within the state.

Which agency is responsible for providing relief and rehabilitation assistance to disaster-affected areas?

  1. National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)

  2. State Disaster Response Force (SDRF)

  3. National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)

  4. State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NDRF is responsible for providing relief and rehabilitation assistance to disaster-affected areas. It is a specialized force that is trained to respond to natural and man-made disasters.

What is the role of the District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs) in disaster management?

  1. To prepare and implement the District Disaster Management Plan

  2. To coordinate the response to disasters within the district

  3. To provide financial assistance to disaster-affected areas within the district

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The DDMAs are responsible for preparing and implementing the District Disaster Management Plan, coordinating the response to disasters within the district, and providing financial assistance to disaster-affected areas within the district.

Which fund is used to provide financial assistance to disaster-affected areas?

  1. National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF)

  2. State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF)

  3. Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The NDRF, SDRF, and PMNRF are all used to provide financial assistance to disaster-affected areas. The NDRF is a central government fund, while the SDRF is a state government fund. The PMNRF is a fund that is managed by the Prime Minister's Office.

What is the role of the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) in disaster management?

  1. To conduct research on disaster management

  2. To provide training and capacity building in disaster management

  3. To develop guidelines and standards for disaster management

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The NIDM is responsible for conducting research on disaster management, providing training and capacity building in disaster management, and developing guidelines and standards for disaster management.

Which act provides for the establishment of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)?

  1. The Disaster Management Act, 2005

  2. The National Disaster Management Authority Act, 2006

  3. The National Disaster Response Force Act, 2010

  4. The National Disaster Management Plan, 2016


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Disaster Management Act, 2005 provides for the establishment of the NDMA. The NDMA is the apex body for disaster management in India.

What is the composition of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)?

  1. The Prime Minister as the Chairperson

  2. The Union Home Minister as the Vice-Chairperson

  3. The Chief Ministers of all the States and Union Territories

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The NDMA is composed of the Prime Minister as the Chairperson, the Union Home Minister as the Vice-Chairperson, the Chief Ministers of all the States and Union Territories, and other members as nominated by the Central Government.

What are the functions of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)?

  1. To lay down the policies and guidelines for disaster management

  2. To coordinate the response to disasters

  3. To monitor the implementation of disaster management plans

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The NDMA is responsible for laying down the policies and guidelines for disaster management, coordinating the response to disasters, and monitoring the implementation of disaster management plans.

Which act provides for the establishment of the State Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs)?

  1. The Disaster Management Act, 2005

  2. The National Disaster Management Authority Act, 2006

  3. The National Disaster Response Force Act, 2010

  4. The National Disaster Management Plan, 2016


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Disaster Management Act, 2005 provides for the establishment of the SDMAs. The SDMAs are responsible for disaster management at the state level.

What is the composition of the State Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs)?

  1. The Chief Minister as the Chairperson

  2. The Revenue Minister as the Vice-Chairperson

  3. The Secretaries of all the relevant departments

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The SDMAs are composed of the Chief Minister as the Chairperson, the Revenue Minister as the Vice-Chairperson, the Secretaries of all the relevant departments, and other members as nominated by the State Government.

What are the functions of the State Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs)?

  1. To prepare and implement the State Disaster Management Plan

  2. To coordinate the response to disasters within the state

  3. To monitor the implementation of disaster management plans within the state

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The SDMAs are responsible for preparing and implementing the State Disaster Management Plan, coordinating the response to disasters within the state, and monitoring the implementation of disaster management plans within the state.

Which act provides for the establishment of the District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs)?

  1. The Disaster Management Act, 2005

  2. The National Disaster Management Authority Act, 2006

  3. The National Disaster Response Force Act, 2010

  4. The National Disaster Management Plan, 2016


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Disaster Management Act, 2005 provides for the establishment of the DDMAs. The DDMAs are responsible for disaster management at the district level.

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