GS III-DISASTER MANAGEMENT Disasters: Mechanisms and Funding Natural disasters pose significant challenges to states, often overwhelming their capacity to respond effectively. To mitigate the impact, India has established a structured disaster management framework under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 (DMA), which provides both institutional and financial support to states facing …
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Landslides in India
Context Landslides involve the sudden movement of rock, earth, or debris down a slope due to gravity. In July 2024, severe landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district resulted in significant loss of life, property damage, and displacement. Types of Landslides Based on Materials Involved Rock Slide: Movement of bedrock down a …
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Cold lava, also known as lahar (Indonesian and Tagalog), is a fast-moving, mudflow-like slurry of volcanic debris and water. It rushes down the slopes of volcanoes, often following river valleys, and can be extremely destructive. Formation Cold lava formation can be triggered by several mechanisms: Heavy Rainfall: When intense rain …
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