How do disaster management strategies in India help in reducing the impact of natural disasters
Examine the disaster management strategies adopted by India and their effectiveness in reducing the impact of natural disasters.
- The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) was constituted in 2005 to focus on preparedness, mitigation and capacity-building.
- The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) was set up in 2006 to respond swiftly to natural disasters.
- The government has trained village-level volunteers in disaster response, who assist in evacuation and rescue operations.
- The government has set up early warning systems for cyclones, floods, and other natural calamities.
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