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Which of the following statements accurately describes the major outcomes of mock exercises in disaster management?

  1. Mock exercises primarily aim to clarify roles and responsibilities among participants during a disaster.
  2. One significant outcome is the thorough testing and validation of Disaster Management (DM) plans and policies for their effectiveness.
  3. These exercises have no impact on inter-agency coordination, as that is handled by separate protocols.
  4. They lead to actionable improvement plans based on lessons learned.

    Aഇവയൊന്നുമല്ല

    B1, 2, 4

    C4

    D4 മാത്രം

    Answer:

    B. 1, 2, 4

    Read Explanation:

    Mock exercises are crucial for disaster preparedness. They go beyond just clarifying roles by actively testing existing plans, improving coordination between different agencies, and identifying areas for improvement, ultimately leading to more effective disaster response strategies. Their comprehensive nature ensures that all aspects of a disaster response are vetted and refined.

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      How are plans, policies, and procedures typically refined and tested in the context of preparedness exercises?

      1. Plans are only developed and tested during mock exercises without prior refinement.
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      3. Smaller drills play no role in refining these plans.
      4. Their effectiveness is evaluated through implementation during comprehensive exercises like mock exercises.