Question 7GS3GS1
Identify the reasons behind increasing number of extreme rainfall events throughout India in recent times. Assess their socio-economic impact. (Answer in 150 words)
Main Body
Socio-economic Impact:
1Loss of life and property due to flood, climatic -> Sucked landslide in Wayanaad.
2Loss of livelihood as 51% of agriculture in mainland.
3Poverty and deprivation due to economic losses.
Economic Impact:
1Loss of GDP due to loss of agriculture.
2High unemployment as 45-48% of youths employed in agriculture.
3Supply chain disruption: impact agro-based industries.
4Loss of infrastructure due to extreme rainfall.
Way forward:
-> Stringent warning system like I-flooded.
-> Flood-zone mapping.
Following guideline of NDMA to provide lesser loss.
90 words10 paragraphs
Conclusion
Following guideline of NDMA to provide lesser loss.
8 words
Diagram
Tree diagram showing Socio-economic Impact branches: Social Impact (loss of life, livelihood loss) and Economic Impact (GDP loss, unemployment, supply chain disruption, infrastructure loss)
This is a continuation from previous page
- Comprehensive coverage of socio-economic impacts
- Separates social and economic impacts clearly
- Provides specific statistics (51%, 45-48%)
- Mentions recent example (Wayanad)
- Includes solution-oriented approach
- References government frameworks (NDMA)
Topper
Mansi Singh
AIR 126
Subject & Paper
GS3GS1
Topic
Important Geophysical Phenomena
Extreme weather events and impacts
Socio-economic impacts of extreme rainfall
Writing Stats
98
Total words
10
Paragraphs
analytical, structured with impacts categorized
Tone