18 August 2026

Bihar temple stampede

While this is a tragic local accident, it serves as a relevant case study for crowd management and disaster mitigation protocols in public spaces, which are key components of the GS3 disaster management syllabus.

Questions

1. Crowd management at religious sites remains a significant challenge for district administration in India. Discuss the standard operating procedures and preventive measures required to mitigate the risk of stampedes during large-scale religious gatherings. 150 words
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Prelims

1. Which of the following bodies is primarily responsible for the management and oversight of religious trusts in Bihar, as mentioned in the context of the recent temple incident?

   1. A Archaeological Survey of India
   2. B Bihar State Board of Religious Trust
   3. C Bihar State Disaster Management Authority
   4. D Ministry of Culture, Government of India