The frequency of urban floods due to high intensity rainfall is increasing over the years. Discussing the reasons for urban floods, highlight the mechanisms for preparedness to reduce the risk during such events.
(UPSC 2016, 13 Marks, )
शहरी बाढ़ की आवृत्ति उच्च तीव्रता वाली वर्षा के कारण वर्षों से बढ़ रही है। शहरी बाढ़ के कारणों पर चर्चा करते हुए, ऐसे घटनाओं के दौरान जोखिम को कम करने के लिए तैयारी के तंत्रों को उजागर करें।
The frequency of urban floods due to high intensity rainfall is increasing over the years. Discussing the reasons for urban floods, highlight the mechanisms for preparedness to reduce the risk during such events.
(UPSC 2016, 13 Marks, )
Explanation
Thinkers’ views on Urban Floods
Explained in 2016 question.
Reasons for urban floods
Explained in 2020 question in the heading “Causes of Huge Flooding in Million Cities in India”.
Mechanisms for preparedness to reduce the risk during urban floods
Explained in the heading “Remedial measures for urban floods” in 2020 question.