Question

Which act does the NPDM 2009 align with and build upon?

1. The NPDM was created to align with and build upon the Disaster Management Act of 2005.
2. The NPDM aligns with the Environment Protection Act of 1986.
3. The NPDM is independent of any previous legislation.

• A. 1 മാത്രം
• B. 3
• C. 2, 3
• D. 3 മാത്രം

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 1 മാത്രം

The National Policy on Disaster Management (NPDM) 2009 was specifically designed to complement and strengthen the framework established by the Disaster Management Act of 2005. This alignment ensures a cohesive legal and policy structure for managing disasters in India, leveraging the provisions of the Act to implement the policy's objectives effectively.