Question

Beyond loss of life and property damage, what other major outcome of a disaster is mentioned?

• A. Environmental preservation
• B. Harm to or degradation of the environment
• C. Natural regeneration
• D. Ecosystem balance

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Harm to or degradation of the environment

• Beyond loss of life and property damage, the Disaster Management Act, 2005, clearly identifies damage to, or degradation of, the environment as another major outcome of a disaster. This highlights the comprehensive nature of the Act's definition, recognizing the broad impact of such events.