3.2. Study Area Overview

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does community participation refer to?

   Hint

   Think of how local knowledge contributes to decisions.

2. 2.

   What was the outcome of the 2005 Mumbai flood?

   Hint

   Recall the number of fatalities associated with the disaster.

3. 3.

   What is the main focus of community participation in disaster risk governance?

   • Community self-reliance
   • Expert planning only
   • Ignoring community inputs

   Hint

   Think about whose knowledge is vital for successful planning.

4. 4.

   True or False: The 2005 Mumbai flood highlighted the importance of community involvement in disaster management.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the impact of the flood on the community.

5. 5.

   Analyze how the lack of community participation can worsen disaster impact.

   Hint

   Consider examples from past disasters.

6. 6.

   Propose a detailed community engagement strategy for a flood-prone area, utilizing risk mapping.

   Hint

   Think about involving schools, local leaders, and residents.