NDMA & NDRF Framework — Set 2
Disaster Management · NDMA और NDRF ढांचा · Questions 11–20 of 160
What is the full form of NEC in the context of disaster management?
Correct Answer: B. National Executive Committee
NEC stands for National Executive Committee in the context of disaster management. The National Executive Committee is constituted under Section 8 of the Disaster Management Act 2005 and assists the NDMA in the performance of its functions. It is headed by the Union Home Secretary and includes secretaries from key ministries and the Chief of the Integrated Defence Staff.
Who heads the National Executive Committee (NEC) for disaster management?
Correct Answer: B. Home Secretary
The National Executive Committee (NEC) for disaster management is headed by the Union Home Secretary of India. The NEC coordinates the response in the event of any threatening disaster situation and acts as the coordinating and monitoring body for disaster management under the NDMA. It includes secretaries of ministries including Agriculture, Atomic Energy, Defence, Finance, Power, and Science & Technology.
The National Disaster Management Plan (NDMP) was first released in which year?
Correct Answer: C. 2016
The National Disaster Management Plan (NDMP) was first released in 2016, making India the first country to align its NDMP with the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030. The plan provides a framework and direction to government agencies for taking measures for disaster management. It was subsequently updated in 2019 to incorporate new learning and priorities.
Which fund at the national level provides resources for disaster relief?
Correct Answer: B. National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF)
The National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) at the national level provides resources for emergency response, relief, and rehabilitation during disasters. It was constituted under Section 46 of the Disaster Management Act 2005 and is managed by the National Disaster Management Authority. The fund replaced the earlier Calamity Relief Fund (CRF) at the central level.
What is the state-level counterpart of the National Disaster Response Fund?
Correct Answer: B. State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF)
The State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) is the state-level counterpart of the National Disaster Response Fund. The SDRF is constituted under Section 48 of the Disaster Management Act 2005 and is the primary fund available with state governments for disaster response activities. The central government contributes 75% (90% for special category states) of the SDRF corpus while states contribute 25%.
The National Policy on Disaster Management was released in which year?
Correct Answer: C. 2009
The National Policy on Disaster Management was released in 2009 by the National Disaster Management Authority. It provides a broad policy framework for disaster management in India covering prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, relief, rehabilitation, and reconstruction. The policy emphasizes a holistic, proactive, technology-driven, multi-hazard and multi-sectoral approach to disaster management.
NDRF teams are specially trained to handle which type of chemical-biological threats?
Correct Answer: A. CBRN hazards
NDRF teams are specially trained and equipped to handle CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear) hazards in addition to natural disasters. Specialized NDRF battalions have CBRN companies with personnel trained in detection, decontamination, and rescue under CBRN conditions. This specialized capability was developed in response to the growing threat of CBRN incidents in India.
The NDRF Academy is located in which city?
Correct Answer: B. Nagpur
The NDRF Academy (formerly known as National Disaster Response Force Training Centre) is located in Nagpur, Maharashtra. The academy provides training to NDRF personnel as well as state disaster response teams and international trainees. It conducts courses in search and rescue, medical first response, CBRN response, and other disaster management subjects.
Which scheme trains local volunteers in disaster response at the community level?
Correct Answer: B. Aapda Mitra Scheme
The Aapda Mitra (Disaster Friend) scheme trains local volunteers in disaster response at the community level. Launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the scheme aims to create a trained volunteer force of 'first responders' in flood-prone districts. The trained volunteers, known as Aapda Mitras, assist communities during emergencies and connect them with formal disaster response systems.
Under the Aapda Mitra scheme, volunteers are primarily trained for which type of disaster?
Correct Answer: C. Floods
Under the Aapda Mitra scheme, volunteers are primarily trained for flood response as flooding is the most frequently occurring and widespread disaster in India. The training includes basic life saving, boat operations, and community preparedness for floods. The scheme targets flood-prone districts and trains community volunteers who can provide immediate assistance before formal relief arrives.