Question

Choose the correct order of main aspects of the disaster management cycle.
A. Impact of disaster $\rightarrow$ Response $\rightarrow$ Resurgence $\rightarrow$ Preparation $\rightarrow$ Redemption $\rightarrow$ Preparedness
B. Preparation $\rightarrow$ Redemption $\rightarrow$ Preparedness $\rightarrow$ Impact of disaster $\rightarrow$ Response $\rightarrow$ Resurgence
C. Resurgence $\rightarrow$ Response $\rightarrow$ Impact of disaster $\rightarrow$ Preparedness $\rightarrow$ Redemption $\rightarrow$ Preparation
D. Redemption $\rightarrow$ Response $\rightarrow$ Impact of disaster $\rightarrow$ Preparation $\rightarrow$ Resurgence $\rightarrow$ Preparedness

Answer 1

Hint: Disaster management groups regulate at local, district and state levels. They are accountable for the planning, organisation, coordination and execution of all measures to avoid, prepare, respond to and regain from disaster events.

Complete Answer:
Disasters are categorized into three types: naturals, man- mades, and hybrid disasters.
The major characteristics of disaster management are: 

- Preparation: A plan is formulated to minimize the destruction if a disaster occurs.

- Redemption: It is the plan to minimize the destruction to the community and country. 

- Preparedness: A plan is chalked out to get an abrupt reaction from the public and administration. 

- Impact of disaster: Intensity of disaster and disaster management are reviewed. 

- Response: This phase deals with delivering unexpected reactions after an event has occurred. 

- Resurgence: It is a significant connection between emergency measures and national progress. It comprises the steps which are needed for the welfare and restoration of the nation. 

- Restoration: It is a crucial link between measures after disaster and national growth. It comprises steps useful for progress of nation and rehabilitation.
Hence, the correct answer is option (B).
Preparation $\rightarrow$ Redemption $\rightarrow$ Preparedness $\rightarrow$ Impact of disaster $\rightarrow$ Response $\rightarrow$ Resurgence’.

Note:
- The Disaster Management Act, 2005 has been authorized as the central Act to deal with the administration of disasters.
- This act envisaged a three tier Disaster Management structure in India at National, States and District levels.
- Under the act, the NDMA, SDMA, NEC, NDRF, NIDM and disaster related funds were specified.
- The Prime Minister is the head of Disaster Management Authority in India and the Chief minister is that of the state.