Chapter 10: Disaster Management and Modern Geography (Part-3)

Which disaster is characterized by sudden and violent shaking of the ground caused by tectonic movements beneath the earth’s surface?

A Earthquake
B Flood
C Cyclone
D Drought

Which man-made disaster is primarily caused by accidental chemical spills, industrial explosions, or nuclear leaks?

A Industrial accident
B Earthquake
C Avalanche
D Cyclone

Which disaster management phase emphasizes preparation, risk assessment, and early warning dissemination before a disaster occurs?

A Pre-disaster
B During disaster
C Post-disaster
D Recovery

Which natural hazard can be intensified by deforestation, soil erosion, and heavy rainfall in hilly regions?

A Landslide
B Cyclone
C Drought
D Earthquake

Which technology provides spatial information and mapping capabilities for disaster risk assessment and mitigation planning?

A GIS
B Remote sensing
C GPS
D Paper maps

Which disaster management authority is responsible for implementing state-specific disaster preparedness and mitigation strategies in India?

A SDMA
B NDMA
C NIDM
D WHO

Which technology allows real-time tracking of affected populations, relief teams, and resources during emergencies?

A GPS
B GIS
C Remote sensing
D Paper maps

Which disaster is primarily caused by prolonged lack of precipitation, high temperatures, and poor water management?

A Drought
B Flood
C Cyclone
D Earthquake

Which disaster management phase focuses on life-saving measures, evacuation, and emergency relief during the event?

A During disaster
B Pre-disaster
C Post-disaster
D Mitigation

Which disaster management strategy reduces hazard intensity or exposure to risks before the event occurs?

A Mitigation
B Recovery
C Response
D Rehabilitation

Which natural disaster involves rapid accumulation and movement of snow, ice, and debris down mountain slopes?

A Avalanche
B Landslide
C Flood
D Cyclone

Which modern technology enables monitoring of forest fires, floods, and environmental changes from space?

A Remote sensing
B GIS
C GPS
D Manual surveying

Which disaster is triggered by undersea earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides beneath the ocean floor?

A Tsunami
B Flood
C Cyclone
D Earthquake

Which preventive measure is most effective in reducing cyclone-related damage in coastal regions?

A Cyclone shelters, afforestation, and early warning systems
B Ignoring forecasts
C Post-disaster relief only
D Random road construction

Which disaster management authority is responsible for policy formulation, coordination, and national-level disaster preparedness in India?

A NDMA
B SDMA
C NIDM
D WHO

Which disaster is influenced by rising sea levels, high tides, and intensified storms along coastal regions?

A Coastal flooding
B Earthquake
C Landslide
D Avalanche

Which disaster management phase involves evaluating the effectiveness of response, identifying gaps, and improving future planning?

A Post-disaster
B Pre-disaster
C During disaster
D Mitigation

Which strategy helps reduce flood vulnerability in urban areas effectively?

A Stormwater drainage systems, wetland conservation, and zoning regulations
B Ignoring floodplain regulations
C Building over wetlands
D Random road construction

Which community initiative strengthens local resilience to disasters?

A Forming local disaster management committees and conducting mock drills
B Relying solely on national authorities
C Importing foreign relief teams exclusively
D Organizing entertainment programs

Which technology integrates multiple datasets to create hazard maps and support disaster response planning?

A GIS
B Remote sensing
C GPS
D Paper maps

Which disaster is triggered by sudden tectonic movement along fault lines beneath the earth’s surface?

A Earthquake
B Cyclone
C Drought
D Flood

Which disaster is caused by prolonged rainfall or overflowing rivers, leading to water inundation?

A Flood
B Drought
C Cyclone
D Earthquake

Which disaster management phase includes hazard identification, resource allocation, and training before a disaster?

A Pre-disaster
B During disaster
C Post-disaster
D Recovery

Which disaster is influenced by deforestation, soil erosion, and unstable mountain slopes during heavy rainfall?

A Landslide
B Earthquake
C Tsunami
D Cyclone

Which phase of disaster management focuses on search, rescue, medical aid, and relief distribution?

A During disaster
B Pre-disaster
C Post-disaster
D Mitigation

Which disaster results from rapid movement of snow and ice down a mountain slope?

A Avalanche
B Landslide
C Flood
D Cyclone

Which modern technology allows real-time tracking and monitoring of disasters like floods, wildfires, and cyclones?

A Remote sensing
B GIS
C GPS
D Paper maps

Which technology is essential for accurately locating disaster-affected populations and coordinating relief efforts?

A GPS
B GIS
C Remote sensing
D Paper maps

Which disaster management authority develops national-level policies, plans, and guidelines for disaster preparedness in India?

A NDMA
B SDMA
C NIDM
D WHO

Which disaster is primarily associated with sea-level rise, storm surges, and intensified coastal storms?

A Coastal flooding
B Earthquake
C Landslide
D Avalanche

Which disaster mitigation measure reduces landslide risks in mountainous regions?

A Slope stabilization, afforestation, and proper drainage
B Deforestation and soil excavation
C Building roads without support
D Ignoring rainfall patterns

Which disaster management phase includes rehabilitation, reconstruction, and restoring livelihoods after a disaster?

A Post-disaster
B Pre-disaster
C During disaster
D Mitigation

Which disaster management strategy reduces hazard intensity and exposure before the event occurs?

A Mitigation
B Response
C Post-disaster recovery
D Rehabilitation

Which disaster occurs due to prolonged absence of rainfall, high temperatures, and poor water management?

A Drought
B Flood
C Cyclone
D Earthquake

Which modern technology is essential for mapping flood-prone areas and planning evacuation routes?

A GIS
B Remote sensing
C GPS
D Paper maps

Which disaster management authority focuses on research, training, and capacity building at the national level?

A NIDM
B NDMA
C SDMA
D WHO

Which disaster management phase involves timely warning, evacuation, and resource mobilization during the event?

A During disaster
B Pre-disaster
C Post-disaster
D Mitigation

Which disaster is triggered by sudden undersea earthquakes and can inundate coastal regions with massive waves?

A Tsunami
B Flood
C Cyclone
D Earthquake

Which disaster management measure focuses on educating communities, conducting drills, and preparing for emergencies before hazards occur?

A Pre-disaster
B During disaster
C Post-disaster
D Recovery

Which modern technology helps monitor volcanic activity, thermal anomalies, and gas emissions to predict eruptions?

A Remote sensing
B GIS
C GPS
D Manual surveys

Which disaster results from heavy rainfall, deforestation, and unstable slopes in hilly areas?

A Landslide
B Earthquake
C Cyclone
D Drought

Which disaster management phase includes restoring essential services, rebuilding infrastructure, and supporting livelihoods after a disaster?

A Post-disaster
B Pre-disaster
C During disaster
D Mitigation

Which disaster mitigation measure is most effective for urban flood prevention?

A Stormwater drainage, wetland preservation, and zoning regulations
B Ignoring floodplains
C Deforestation along rivers
D Random road construction

Which disaster is primarily caused by tectonic movements, resulting in shaking of the earth’s surface?

A Earthquake
B Cyclone
C Flood
D Drought

Which disaster is caused by excessive water accumulation due to heavy rainfall or river overflow?

A Flood
B Drought
C Cyclone
D Earthquake

Which technology is essential for accurate disaster mapping and spatial analysis of hazard-prone regions?

A GIS
B GPS
C Remote sensing
D Paper maps

Which disaster management authority formulates national policies and ensures coordination of disaster preparedness in India?

A NDMA
B SDMA
C NIDM
D WHO

Which disaster management approach emphasizes local participation, awareness, and ownership in preparedness and response?

A Community-based disaster management
B Centralized control
C Ad hoc relief
D Exclusive international aid

Which disaster is associated with sudden snow, ice, and rock movement on mountain slopes?

A Avalanche
B Landslide
C Flood
D Cyclone

Which disaster mitigation strategy reduces the risk of landslides in mountainous settlements?

A Afforestation, slope terracing, and drainage management
B Deforestation and excavation
C Ignoring rainfall patterns
D Random road construction