4 September 2026

Editorial: Nepal flash floods

The topic provides relevant context on climate-induced disasters in South Asia and the necessity for regional cooperation, which is useful for GS3 disaster management and GS2 neighborhood relations, though it lacks a specific Indian policy or treaty to elevate it to a higher score.

Questions

1. The increasing frequency of climate-induced disasters in South Asia highlights the need for a collaborative regional framework. Discuss the challenges in implementing a transboundary disaster management strategy in the region. 150 words
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2. Climate change acts as a threat multiplier, disproportionately affecting vulnerable communities and exacerbating existing socio-economic inequalities. In the context of recent flash floods in the Himalayan region, analyze the necessity of integrating climate resilience into infrastructure development and disaster mitigation policies. 250 words
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Prelims

1. Which of the following best describes the concept of 'climate shock' as highlighted in the context of recent South Asian disasters?

   1. A The gradual rise in global sea levels affecting coastal infrastructure
   2. B A sudden transition from one extreme weather event to another, such as drought to flood
   3. C The process of industrialization leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions
   4. D A predictable seasonal shift in monsoon patterns across the Himalayan range