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GS III · Prelims + Mains

Disaster Management

Risk, preparedness, resilient development and recovery.

3 detailed chapters

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  1. 72Disaster risk, institutions and the management cycleDisaster Management · GS III · 6 min read
  2. 73Floods, cyclones, earthquakes and urban hazardsDisaster Management · GS III · 7 min read
  3. 74Preparedness, response, recovery and community resilienceDisaster Management · GS III · 6 min read

Keep these distinctions clear

TermCore focusExample
MitigationReduce potential harmSafer building design
PreparednessImprove readinessInclusive evacuation drills
RecoveryRestore and reduce future riskResilient rebuilding and livelihoods