Question

Q. 9 Write short notes :
*(1) Disaster Management Authority.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Disaster is a natural or man-made event that leads to sudden disruption of a normal life of a society, causing damage to life and property to such an extent that normal social and economic values available are inadequate to restore normalcy after a disaster.

Disaster Management:

It means a continuous process of planning, organising, coordinating and implementing measures which are-

1.Prevention

2.Mitigation

3.Preparedness

4.Response

5.Recovery

Explanation :

1. Prevention of danger or threat of any disaster.

2.Reduction of risk of any disaster.

3.Preparedness to deal with any disaster.

4.Prompt response to any threatening disaster situation or disaster;

5.Responsibilities for dealing with all humanitarian aspects of emergencies.

6. Lessen the impact of the disaster.