Test Papers / Previous Question Papers of IGNOU CDM1 Foundation Course in Disaster Managementn December 2006

Certificate Programme In Disaster Management

Term-End Examination
December, 2006

CDM1 Foundation Course in Disaster Management

Time: 3 hours
Maximum Marks: 100

SECTION I

Answer any two of the following questions in about 500 pords each

1. Explain the disasters in the global and regional context and briefly highlight the efforts to mitigate disasters worldwide. (25)

2. Describe the forecasting and warning systems for cyclone and briefly mention the preparednessm easures. (25)

3. What are the causes, precautions, effects and impact of fire ? (25)

4. Describe factors that inhibit positive human behaviour in disaster situation. What are the measures for ensuring positive human behaviour and response ? (25)

SECTION II

Answer any three of the following questions in about 250 words each.

5. How is co-ordination between the Central and State levels achieved in disaster management ? (12)

6. What are the effects of industrial and technological disasters ? ,Explain some of the warning and safety measures to guard against such disasters. (12)

7 . Explain the rneaning and nature of disasters. (12)

8. Describe the concept and significance of leadership in disaster situations. (12)

9. Discuss the importance of warehousing and stockpiling. What is the criteria for deciding the locatioh of warehouses ? (12)

10. What are the different types of information pertaining to disaster management ? (12)

SECTION III

Answer any two of the foltowing questions in about 75 words each.

11. What are the causes of snow avalanche ? (7)

12. What are the various types of epidemics. (7)

13. Discuss briefly community participation in landslides and drought. (7)

14. Highlight the informative role of media. (7)