Question

Which of the following best describes the core terms used to define a disaster according to the Disaster Management Act, 2005?

1. It is described as a minor inconvenience or a trivial incident.
2. It includes a catastrophe, mishap, calamity, or serious event.
3. The act focuses only on natural disasters, excluding human-made ones.

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

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 2 മാത്രം

• The Disaster Management Act, 2005, adopts a comprehensive definition for a disaster, explicitly encompassing a wide spectrum of severe events. It refers to a catastrophe, mishap, calamity, or any serious event that significantly disrupts normal life. This broad terminology ensures that various scales and types of disruptive incidents, from sudden catastrophes to prolonged calamities, are included, reflecting a holistic approach to disaster preparedness and response. The Act's inclusive language is designed to cover both sudden-onset events and slow-onset crises, allowing for flexible and robust management strategies.