Question

Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority?

1. Kerala State Disaster Management Authority is a statutory body constituted under the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
2. Kerala State Disaster Management Authority is a statutory non-autonomous body chaired by the Chief Minister of Kerala.
3. The authority comprises ten members.
4. The Chief Secretary is the Chief Executive Officer of the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority

• A. i only
• B. iv only
• C. All of these
• D. ii only

Answer 1

Answer:

C. All of these

Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA)

• KSDMA is a statutory body, established under the Disaster Management Act, 2005. This Act provides the legal framework for disaster management in India.

• It functions as a statutory non-autonomous body.

• The Hon'ble Chief Minister of Kerala serves as the Chairman of KSDMA, highlighting the importance of disaster management at the highest political level.

• The authority has a composition of ten members, ensuring diverse expertise and representation in its functioning.