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Q4 (UPPCS/2021) Polity & Governance › Constitutional & Statutory Bodies

The National Disaster Management Division in India is the nodal division in the Ministry of Home Affairs for disaster management. Who is the Ex-officio Chairman of the National Disaster Management Authority ?

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The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is the apex statutory body for disaster management in India. It was established under the Disaster Management Act, 2005. According to Section 3(2)(a) of the Act, the Prime Minister of India is the ex-officio Chairperson of the Authority.

  • The NDMA is responsible for laying down policies, plans, and guidelines for disaster management to ensure a timely and effective response.
  • It consists of a Chairperson and other members, not exceeding nine, with one member designated as the Vice-Chairperson.
  • While the Prime Minister heads the NDMA, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) serves as the nodal ministry for disaster management.
  • The National Executive Committee (NEC), which assists the NDMA, is chaired by the Union Home Secretary.
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