Assignment 2
1. Explain the environmental, physical, and ecological impacts of natural disasters
like floods, cyclones, and earthquakes. Provide specific examples to support your
answer.
2. Discuss the socio-economic and psycho-social effects of natural disasters such as
tsunamis and landslides. How do these impacts affect long-term community
resilience and development?
3. Analyze the consequences of man-made disasters like industrial pollution, urban
disasters, and transportation accidents. What are the key differences between
their impacts compared to natural disasters?
4. Describe the phases of the Disaster Management Cycle. How do prevention,
mitigation, preparedness, relief, and recovery contribute to reducing disaster
risks?
5. Differentiate between structural and non-structural measures in disaster risk
reduction (DRR). Provide examples of how both types of measures can be
effectively implemented.
6. Evaluate the role of vulnerability and capacity assessment (VCA) in disaster
management. How does it help in identifying risks and formulating appropriate
mitigation strategies?
7. What is the significance of early warning systems in disaster risk reduction?
Discuss their role in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. Provide
examples of effective early warning systems.
8. Assess the roles and responsibilities of governments, local communities, NGOs,
and other stakeholders in disaster risk reduction and management. How do their
coordinated efforts lead to effective disaster response?
9. Explain the importance of post-disaster environmental response. What are the
challenges faced in restoring ecological balance after major natural disasters?
10. Discuss the role of policies and legislation in disaster risk reduction in India.
How do the activities of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)
contribute to disaster management and mitigation in the country?
