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Disaster Management UPSC PYQ 2016

3 questions from the UPSC 2016 examination.

3 questions

1Mediummains13 marks
Disaster and disaster management; Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc.

With reference to National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) guidelines, discuss the measures to be adopted to mitigate the impact of the recent incidents of cloudbursts in many places of Uttarakhand. <!--qid:MAINS_2016_GS-III_Q52-->

2Mediummains13 marks
Disaster and disaster management; Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc.

"The Himalayas are highly prone to landslides." Discuss the causes and suggest suitable measures of mitigation. <!--qid:MAINS_2016_GSIII_Q14-->

3Mediummains13 marks
Disaster and disaster management; Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc.

The frequency of urban floods due to high intensity rainfall is increasing over the years. Discussing the reasons for urban floods, highlight the mechanisms for preparedness to reduce the risk during such events. <!--qid:MAINS_2016_GSIII_Q15-->

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