GS3 · Topic
Disaster Risk Reduction
Reducing exposure before an event: early warning, the NDMA and its plans, Sendai, resilient construction, land-use control.
98 UPSC Mains GS3 questions on Disaster Risk Reduction that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2017–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
"Disasters cannot be managed by a single agency, department, or ministry on its own. It requires a whole-of-government and whole-of-society approach." Elucidate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
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Explain the structural and operational limitations of the Disaster Management Act, 2005. How far does the 2025 Amendment address these deficiencies through a shift towards anticipatory and technology-driven disaster governance?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
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The frequency and intensity of heatwaves, particularly in urban centres, have increased in recent years. Describe the various causes and effects of heatwaves. What policies and frameworks have been adopted in India towards extreme heat risk management?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
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Assess India's vulnerability to flash floods and suggest measures for better resilience to flash floods. In this context, also briefly highlight the significance of recently launched Flash Flood Guidance System (FFGS) operated by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD).
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
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Urban fires are becoming difficult to control due to growing temperatures, failing infrastructure, and poor planning. Discuss the causes of this disaster. Mention the features of two such major fires in the last two decades in India. Describe the policies and frameworks in India that aim at tackling such fires.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers
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Examine the factors that heightens the vulnerability of Indian cities, to urban floods. In light of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) guidelines on urban floods, discuss suitable mitigation and management strategy.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
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Landslides have become more of a human-induced phenomenon rather than a natural phenomenon. Highlighting the reasons for increasing incidences of landslides, suggest measures that can be undertaken to mitigate the disaster.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
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Write an explanatory note on the causes and impacts of avalanches. Also, highlight the various strategies to mitigate its impact, with a special emphasis on NDMA guidelines.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
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Examine the reasons behind the rising occurrence of landslides in the Himalayan region and their potential impacts. Suggest sustainable mitigation strategies that could be adopted to tackle this escalating issue.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
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What do you understand by impact based forecasting in disaster management? How can such forecasting strengthen the disaster management preparedness?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
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In addition to being the centres of growth, urban areas are also centres of accumulating disaster risks. Why is disaster management particularly complex in mega-urban cities? What measures can be undertaken to address the problems of disaster management and risk reduction in urban areas?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
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Discuss the major challenges faced by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in performing its functions and propose measures to enhance its effectiveness.
Answered by 1 topper
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In the wake of COVID-19 pandemic, evaluate current disaster management framework in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
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Analyze the factors that contribute to the increased incidence and severity of floods in urban areas and the measures that can be taken to reduce the risk and enhance the resilience of the population.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
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Explain the process involved in the formation of cloudbursts and state their impact. Also, suggest measures to reduce the impact of cloudbursts.
Answered by 1 topper
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The retreat of Himalayan glaciers, driven by global warming, has increased the frequency and intensity of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods. Discuss the underlying causes of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods and recommend adaptive strategies to manage such disasters effectively.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
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Bring out the importance of community-based disaster management in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
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State the reasons for the increasing instances of urban floods in India. Also, discuss the steps taken by the government to mitigate the urban flood risk in the country.
Answered by 1 topper
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A multi-sectoral and multi-tiered process, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) is beset with a plethora of constraints. Identifying these constraints, recommend measures for building a robust DRR strategy.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
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Towns that are resilient, liveable, productive and sustainable are based on the foundation of sound urban water management. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
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What do you understand by community-based disaster preparedness? Explain the process and preparation strategy of community-based disaster management plans for resilience.
Answered by 1 topper
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Discuss the natural and anthropogenic factors behind incidents of land subsidence. Suggest counter-measures to contain such incidents.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
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Quick mitigation with response to disaster are necessary to save life.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
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What are key lessons for DM and env conservation in Himalayan region, in light of recent disasters at Joshimath, Uttarakhand? Q9: Recent trends in Punjab show Khalistan issue is still simmering! Discuss with respect to recent developments and suggest measures to handle it.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
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Technology plays a multidimensional role in augmenting the disaster management apparatus of the country. Discuss. Also, bring out the measures needed to enhance the usage of such technologies in managing disasters.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
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Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) could fill a real gap at a time when climate change-induced floods, cyclones and fires have multiplied in destructive force. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
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Managing risks, rather than impacts, lies at the core of effective disaster management strategy. In light of this statement, describe the flood risk profile of India and evaluate preparedness for effective flood management.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
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Technology plays a multi-faceted role in augmenting the disaster management apparatus of the country. Discuss. Also, list the measures needed to enhance the usage of such technologies in managing disasters.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
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Damage to critical infrastructures amplifies the impact of natural disasters. Discuss the significance of building disaster resilient infrastructure in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
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Evaluating India's preparedness in handling disasters caused by cyclones, discuss the measures taken to improve cyclone disaster management capabilities in India.
Answered by 1 topper
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