Question

Which authority developed the plan for providing Mobile Radiation Detection Systems (MRDS) to detect radioactive materials in Indian cities?

• A. Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)
• B. National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)
• C. Department of Science and Technology (DST)
• D. Building Materials Technology Promotion Council (BMTPC)

Answer 1

Answer:

B. National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)

The NDMA initiated this scheme to bolster India's preparedness against radiological emergencies. In a collaboration with the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), the NDMA developed and implemented the plan to equip police patrol vehicles in major cities with specialized radiation detection equipment. This measure is a crucial step in a multi-agency effort to prevent malicious use of radioactive materials and respond to accidental radiological incidents, thereby enhancing public safety and security.