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Concerning resource stock-taking in the pre-disaster phase, which statement accurately describes its purpose?

  1. It involves taking inventory of local resources like schools, health centers, and communication facilities.
  2. Its primary aim is to assess the psychological impact of disasters on the community.
  3. It is exclusively for identifying potential evacuation routes.

    Which of the following is a key step in the planning phase for a Disaster Management Exercise (DMEx)?

    1. Developing and getting approval for the exercise concept through an Exercise Proposal.
    2. Performing immediate post-disaster damage assessment.
    3. Constituting the Exercise Management Team (EMT) to oversee the entire process.
    4. Distributing relief supplies to affected areas.

      Identify the incorrect statement regarding the comprehensive scope of the Exercise Management Team's (EMT) responsibilities.

      1. The EMT's involvement covers only the actual execution of the exercise, not the planning stages.
      2. The EMT is responsible for planning and designing the overall structure of the exercise.
      3. Stakeholder coordination is a key responsibility of the EMT.
      4. Ensuring all aspects of the exercise are thoroughly recorded falls under EMT's documentation responsibility.

        Regarding community orientation in pre-disaster planning, which statement is true?

        1. It involves briefing the community on the nature and potential effects of various disasters.
        2. Its main goal is to conduct a detailed financial audit of community assets.
        3. It is primarily focused on assigning specific rescue roles to individuals.
        4. It helps the community understand their specific vulnerabilities.

          What is the primary reason for conducting thorough and detailed planning in a Disaster Management Exercise (DMEx)?

          1. To ensure the exercise is successful and runs smoothly.
          2. To identify individual participants' weaknesses in disaster response.
          3. To minimize the financial cost of the exercise.

            Which of the following statements about the Exercise Management Team (EMT) in a Disaster Management Exercise (DMEx) is correct?

            1. The EMT's core responsibility is to systematically manage and advance all activities related to the exercise.
            2. The EMT is primarily responsible for post-disaster recovery efforts, not the exercise itself.
            3. An EMT is an optional component for a successful Disaster Management Exercise.

              Which of the following statements regarding the Exercise Management Team (EMT) in a Disaster Management Exercise (DMEx) is correct?

              1. An EMT is an optional component for a DMEx, depending on the exercise's scale.
              2. The primary role of the EMT is to systematically manage and advance all activities related to the exercise.
              3. The EMT's involvement is limited to overseeing the actual execution phase of the DMEx.

                What is crucial for the success and smooth execution of any Disaster Management Exercise (DMEx)?

                1. Thorough and detailed planning is essential for a successful DMEx.
                2. DMEx can be successful even without prior detailed planning.
                3. Only immediate response mechanisms are required for a DMEx to run smoothly.
                  A community-level preparedness plan outlines actions to be taken in which phases of a disaster?
                  The EMT's involvement covers what duration of the exercise?
                  Which aspect of the pre-disaster planning process ensures that 'elements at risk' and 'people at risk' are identified?
                  What is one of the crucial steps involved in the DMEx planning phase regarding the exercise's goals?
                  What is a key characteristic of a well-prepared community-level preparedness plan?
                  Kerala's economy is a classic example of a shift from a primarily agrarian economy to one dominated by which sector?
                  The dependence on remittances from abroad makes Kerala's economy vulnerable to:
                  'Risk and Vulnerability Assessment' in pre-disaster planning involves inventorying which two main categories?
                  What is a major component of the service sector that significantly contributes to Kerala's economy?
                  What is the purpose of 'Resource Stock-taking' in the pre-disaster phase?
                  Which of the following is not considered a key feature of the Kerala Model of Development?
                  The traditional industries of Kerala, such as coir and cashew, are primarily part of which economic sector?
                  What does 'Community Orientation' primarily involve in the pre-disaster planning process?
                  Which of the following is a major challenge currently faced by Kerala's economy?
                  The Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) was established with the primary purpose of:
                  What is the step immediately following the 'Exercise Proposal and Approval' in the DMEx planning phase?
                  What is the initial step in the planning phase for a Disaster Management Exercise (DMEx)?
                  Which of the following is NOT part of the comprehensive scope of the EMT's responsibilities?
                  What is the primary responsibility of the Exercise Management Team (EMT) in a DMEx?
                  Which statement is true regarding Littoral and Swamp Forests?
                  Which of the following is an important timber species in Tropical Moist Deciduous Forests?
                  A key characteristic of Tropical Moist Deciduous Forests is that trees:
                  What is the average relative humidity range for Tropical Moist Deciduous Forests?
                  Why is thorough and detailed planning crucial for any Disaster Management Exercise (DMEx)?
                  Tropical Semi-Evergreen Forests are found in which of these regions?
                  Which characteristic best describes Tropical Semi-Evergreen Forests?
                  What is the primary reason for the high per capita income in Kerala compared to the national average?
                  The 'Kerala Model of Development' is best known for its focus on:
                  Which of the following is the largest contributor to Kerala's Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP)?
                  What is the typical annual rainfall range for Tropical Semi-Evergreen Forests?
                  Which of these trees is an important species found in Tropical Wet Evergreen Forests?
                  In which of the following regions are Tropical Wet Evergreen Forests primarily distributed?
                  Which of the following climatic conditions is characteristic of Tropical Wet Evergreen Forests?
                  Under which major forest group would you find 'Tropical Dry Deciduous' forests?
                  What are the two sub-types of 'Alpine forest' mentioned?
                  Which of the following is a sub-type of 'Montane temperate forest'?
                  'Littoral and Swamp' forests are classified under which major forest type?
                  Which of these sub-types is found under 'Montane subtropical forest'?
                  'Tropical Thorn' forests are a sub-type of which major forest classification?
                  Which major forest type includes 'Tropical Wet Evergreen' and 'Tropical Moist Deciduous' as sub-types?
                  Which of the following is NOT listed as one of the five major forest groups in the Champion & Seth classification?
                  How many major groups of forest types are identified in the Champion & Seth system for India?