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District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs)

Description: This quiz aims to evaluate your understanding of the District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs) in India. Test your knowledge on the composition, functions, and responsibilities of DDMAs.
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Which of the following is the chairperson of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA)?

  1. District Magistrate

  2. Superintendent of Police

  3. Chief Medical Officer

  4. District Collector

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

As per the Disaster Management Act, 2005, the District Collector serves as the chairperson of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA).

What is the primary function of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA)?

  1. Disaster preparedness and mitigation

  2. Disaster response and relief

  3. Disaster rehabilitation and reconstruction

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The DDMA is responsible for all aspects of disaster management, including preparedness, response, relief, and rehabilitation.

Which of the following is not a member of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA)?

  1. District Magistrate

  2. Superintendent of Police

  3. Chief Medical Officer

  4. Member of Parliament

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Members of Parliament are not members of the DDMA. The authority consists of government officials and experts in disaster management.

What is the role of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in disaster preparedness?

  1. Developing disaster management plans

  2. Conducting mock drills and exercises

  3. Creating awareness among the community

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The DDMA is responsible for all aspects of disaster preparedness, including developing plans, conducting drills, and raising awareness.

Which of the following is not a responsibility of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) during a disaster response?

  1. Coordinating relief efforts

  2. Providing medical assistance

  3. Distributing food and supplies

  4. Conducting search and rescue operations

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Search and rescue operations are typically carried out by specialized agencies like the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF).

What is the role of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in disaster rehabilitation and reconstruction?

  1. Assessing the damage caused by the disaster

  2. Providing financial assistance to affected individuals

  3. Coordinating the reconstruction of infrastructure

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The DDMA is responsible for all aspects of disaster rehabilitation and reconstruction, including damage assessment, financial assistance, and infrastructure reconstruction.

Which of the following is not a function of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in relation to community participation?

  1. Encouraging community involvement in disaster management

  2. Establishing community disaster management committees

  3. Providing training and capacity building to community members

  4. Imposing fines on individuals who do not participate in disaster management activities

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Imposing fines is not a function of the DDMA. The authority focuses on encouraging and facilitating community participation, not punishing non-participation.

What is the role of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in resource mobilization?

  1. Identifying and mobilizing resources for disaster management

  2. Coordinating with government agencies and NGOs for resource allocation

  3. Ensuring the efficient utilization of resources

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The DDMA is responsible for all aspects of resource mobilization, including identification, coordination, and efficient utilization.

Which of the following is not a responsibility of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in relation to capacity building?

  1. Conducting training programs for government officials

  2. Providing training to community members and volunteers

  3. Developing training modules and materials

  4. Certifying individuals as disaster management experts

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Certifying individuals as disaster management experts is not a responsibility of the DDMA. The authority focuses on training and capacity building, not certification.

What is the role of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in monitoring and evaluation?

  1. Monitoring the implementation of disaster management plans and programs

  2. Evaluating the effectiveness of disaster management interventions

  3. Providing feedback to relevant stakeholders

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The DDMA is responsible for all aspects of monitoring and evaluation, including implementation monitoring, effectiveness evaluation, and feedback provision.

Which of the following is not a responsibility of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in relation to documentation and information management?

  1. Maintaining records of disaster events and responses

  2. Collecting and analyzing disaster-related data

  3. Disseminating information to relevant stakeholders

  4. Publishing research papers on disaster management

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Publishing research papers is not a responsibility of the DDMA. The authority focuses on documentation, data collection, and information dissemination, not research publication.

What is the role of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in advocacy and awareness generation?

  1. Raising awareness about disaster risks and preparedness measures

  2. Advocating for policy changes to improve disaster management

  3. Engaging with media and civil society organizations

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The DDMA is responsible for all aspects of advocacy and awareness generation, including raising awareness, advocating for policy changes, and engaging with stakeholders.

Which of the following is not a responsibility of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in relation to international cooperation?

  1. Collaborating with international organizations for disaster management assistance

  2. Sharing best practices and lessons learned with other countries

  3. Participating in international disaster management conferences and workshops

  4. Providing financial assistance to other countries affected by disasters

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Providing financial assistance to other countries is not a responsibility of the DDMA. The authority focuses on international collaboration, not financial aid.

What is the role of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) in promoting research and innovation in disaster management?

  1. Supporting research projects on disaster management

  2. Encouraging innovation in disaster management technologies and practices

  3. Promoting the use of research findings in disaster management policies and programs

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The DDMA is responsible for all aspects of promoting research and innovation in disaster management, including supporting research, encouraging innovation, and promoting the use of research findings.

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