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When was National Disaster Management Authority formed?1. 20082. 20113. 20054. 2006

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 4 : 2006

The correct answer is 2006.

  • In 2005, the Government of India enacted the Disaster Management Act, which envisaged the creation of the National Disaster Management Authority.
  • It is headed by the Prime Minister and State Disaster Management Authorities are headed by respective Chief Ministers.
  • It was established to spearhead and implement a holistic and integrated approach to Disaster Management in India.
  • The NDMA is the apex body for Disaster Management in India.
  • It is mandated to lay down the policies, plans and guidelines for Disaster Management to ensure a timely and effective response to disasters.
  • Some of the key responsibilities-
    • Lay down policies on disaster management.
    • Approve the National Plan.
    • Provide such support to other countries affected by major disasters as may be determined by the Central Government.
    • Take such other measures for the prevention of disaster, or the mitigation, or preparedness and capacity building for dealing with threatening disaster situations or disasters as it may consider necessary.


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