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The National Disaster Management Authority has formulated guidelines to help cities manage heat waves. The Government of India supplements state efforts through schematic interventions and technical support. Various states and cities have prepared Heat Action Plans (HAPs) to mitigate the urban heat island effect.
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The Government of India has launched the India Cooling Action Plan (ICAP) to provide sustainable cooling and thermal comfort for all while securing environmental and socio-economic benefits.
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In which year were the National Guidelines for Preparation of Action Plan-Prevention and Management of Heat Wave formulated?
The National Guidelines for Preparation of Action Plan-Prevention and Management of Heat Wave were formulated by the National Disaster Management Authority in 2019 to help cities manage heat waves.
Consider the following statements regarding Heat Action Plans (HAPs): 1. HAPs have been prepared by all states in India. 2. More than 50 cities have prepared HAPs. 3. 23 states, 195 districts and 64 cities have prepared HAPs. How many of the above statements are correct?
Statement-1 is incorrect because not all states have prepared HAPs. Statement-2 is also incorrect because the number of cities that have prepared HAPs is less than 50. Only Statement-3 accurately reflects the fact list.
Consider the following two statements: Statement-I: Cities in India should carry out vulnerable assessments to identify major factors contributing to urban heat island effect. Statement-II: The National Disaster Management Authority has formulated guidelines for cities to prepare action plans to mitigate heat waves, which includes conducting such assessments. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Statement-1 is correct because the fact list mentions that cities should carry out vulnerable assessments. Statement-2 explains why this is necessary, as it refers to the guidelines formulated by the National Disaster Management Authority.