4 Role of armed forces in disaster management
Q. Answer the following in short: (Any two)
(1) How did disasters such as earthquakes cyclones affect the national security?
Gujarat earthquake (2001): Bhuj Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar Surat, Surendranagar, Rajkot,
Jamnagar, Jodia.
Ans.
Earthquake: Earthquakes can directly impact national security by straining resources and
causing infrastructure vulnerabilities.
Cyclone: It can affect national security by causing infrastructure damage and descriptions,
leading to socio-economic instability and potential vulnerabilities in critical sector search as
transportation, communication and energy.
(2)Write the names of NDRF battalions. Why do battalions need
skilled manpower?
Ans.
Some battalions:
i) 1st battalion- Guwahati and Assam.
ii) 2nd battalion- Kolkata, West Bengal.
iii) 3rd battalion- Vadodara, Gujarat, etc.
Skilled personnel have specialised knowledge and expertise, enabling them
to respond efficiently, privatise safety and work collaboratively in divorce
disaster scenarios.
(3)Briefly note the importance of the military in disaster relief.
Ans.
i) The military is vital in disaster relief due to its rapid response,
command structure, specialised in training and access to resources.
ii) They provide security logistics, and infrastructure support,
collaborating with civil authorities and international partners to save
life and facilitate recovery.
| Activities based on written work |
Two activities are given below . Write a report on one of those activities.
(1) Collect information on the seismic zone (earthquake affected region) Android a report based on the following points. (For example, the Gujarat earthquake 2001)
Report Writing
(1)Earthquake affected regions of India:Sikkim, Uttarakhand, Arunachal Pradesh,.etc
(2) Events of earthquake:
i) Great Assam earthquake (1950)
ii) Bhuj earthquake (2001)
iii) Sikkim earthquake (2011)
(3) Damage caused by earthquake:
i) Building and structures crumble.
ii) Slopes shift, causing destructive avalanches.
iii) Tremors damage infrastructure, disturbing services.
iv) Under-sea quicks trigger devasting sea waves.
v) Raptured gas lines spark destructive blazes.
vi) Injuries displacement and psychological trauma occur.
(4) Assistance by the military at the earthquake location:
(1) Army: Deployed for search, rescue and relief operations.
(2) Air force: Provides airlift support for rapid response and evacuation.
(3) Navy: Assists in coastal rescue and relief operations.
(4) Other forces: Specialised units provide expertise in disaster response.
(5)Your opinion on events of earthquake and role of military:
In my opinion earthquakes are devastating natural disaster, and the military plays a crucial role in providing immediate assistance and support through their expertise in search, rescue, relief.
(6)Sources of information:
Government website, news article, defence studies workbook.
Q (2) Find information on India's flood affected areas and write a report on the following points. (for example, flood due to cloud burst in Uttarakhand in 2013)
Report Writing
(1) Flood affected area in India/Maharashtra :(1) Bihar
(2) Kerala
(3) Mumbai
(4) Uttarakhand
(2)Events of flood situation:
(1) 2019 Bihar floods
(2) 2018 Kerala floods
(3) 2013 Uttarakhand floods
(4) 2005 Mumbai floods
(5) 2008 Bihar floods.
(3)Damage caused by flood:
(1) Destruction of homes and infrastructure.
(2) Displacement of people from their homes.
(3) Loss of lives and injuries.
(4) Contamination of water sources.
(5) Damage to agriculture land and crops.
(6) Disruption of transportation and communication networks.
(4)Military assistance in flood situation:
(1) Army Assisting in rescue and evacuation operations during floods.
(2) Air force providing aerial support for airlifting standard individuals and delivering relief supplies.
(3) Navy conducting rescue and relief operations in flood affected coastal areas.
(4) Other forces other forces such as NDRF-deploying specialised teams for search, rescue.
(5)Your opinion on flood situation and military aid:
Military aid in floods are vital for prompt rescue and relief efforts. Dear assistant highlights the importance of a robust defence system in addressing natural disasters.
(6)Sources of information:
Newspaper (print media), internet, books, etc.
| (B) Activity Work |
Q. Solve the activities as directed: (Any two).
(1) Conduct a group discussion on- 'whether there is a tsunami or a cyclone, the military must always stay alert', and write down important points below. For example ,
(1) Affected area: Govind Ghat, Kedarnath temple, Rudra Prayag, Uttrakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Nepal.
(2) Tsunami in the Indian ocean in 2004.
Ans.
i) Tsunami and cyclone events demand constant military alertness to swiftly and effectively respond to the significant threats.
ii) The military's role in early warning systems monitoring and coordinating evacuation efforts during natural disasters like tsunami and cyclones is crucial .
(2)After the pedestrian bridge collapsed at the Elphinstone road (Prabhadevi) and Parel railway stations in Mumbai, the army was immediately called and a new bridge was constructed within a short time. To find out more about that incident, the bridge, and the support by the military prepare a questionnaire to interview a military officer.
Questionnaire:
i) What is your rank and name?
ii) Can you give a brief overview of this event?
iii) How did the military get involved in the incident?
iv) What was the main objective of the military support in this situation?
v) Main challenges faced during construction?
vi) Explain the military's response?
vii) Roles of military personnel bridge construction?
viii) Collaboration with local authorities?
ix) Resources used for bridge construction?
x) Safety measures for personnel and commuters during construction?
(3)Write a street play in the group, on how you will protect yourself from earthquakes, landslides house or building collapses and present it in the classroom.
Title: Shielded: Defending against natural disasters.
Characters: Narrator Aman, Sonu, Rescue worker .
Aman and Sonu provides some key steps of safety.
i) Be aware of high-risk areas prone to earthquakes and landslides.
ii) Avoid unstable slopes and areas vulnerable to landslides.
iii) Regularly inspect and report structural weakness in your home or building.