Disaster Management
Geography ⇒ Environmental Geography
Disaster Management starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe two ways in which technology can help in disaster management.
Explain the difference between a hazard and a disaster.
Explain the role of community participation in disaster management.
Explain the term 'vulnerability' in the context of disaster management.
Explain why early warning systems are important in disaster management.
List any two ways in which you can help during a disaster in your locality.
Name any two man-made disasters.
What is a disaster? Define in your own words.
Which government body is responsible for disaster management at the district level in India? (1) District Disaster Management Authority (2) State Disaster Response Force (3) National Disaster Response Force (4) Municipal Corporation
Which of the following disasters is most likely to occur in coastal areas of India? (1) Earthquake (2) Cyclone (3) Avalanche (4) Drought
Which of the following is a human activity that can increase the risk of floods? (1) Afforestation (2) Deforestation (3) Rainwater harvesting (4) Building check dams
Which of the following is a key component of disaster preparedness? (1) Ignoring warnings (2) Creating emergency kits (3) Spreading rumours (4) Blocking roads
Fill in the blank: _______ is the process of restoring basic services and facilities after a disaster.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is a group of trained personnel who respond to disasters in India.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is responsible for coordinating disaster response at the national level in India.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake.
True or False: Cyclones are also known as hurricanes in the Atlantic Ocean.
True or False: Droughts can lead to food shortages.
True or False: Floods can be caused by both natural and human activities.
True or False: Planting trees can help reduce the risk of landslides.
