2 July 2026

Mangaluru wall collapse

This incident serves as a localized example of urban disaster management challenges and infrastructure safety, which can be used as context for broader questions on disaster mitigation in India.

Questions

1. Urban infrastructure in hilly or high-rainfall regions of India is increasingly vulnerable to structural failures during monsoon seasons. Discuss the role of urban planning and building regulations in mitigating risks associated with retaining wall collapses. 150 words
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Prelims

1. In the context of disaster management in India, which of the following best describes the primary cause of structural failures like retaining wall collapses during monsoon events?

   1. A Lack of urban population density
   2. B Deforestation in arid regions
   3. C Seismic activity exclusively
   4. D Soil saturation and hydrostatic pressure increase