In which year was the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) initially constituted under the Chairmanship of the Prime Minister of India by an executive order?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) 2005
Explanation:
· NDMA was first created through an executive order in 2005.
· Later in the same year, the Disaster Management Act, 2005 made NDMA a statutory authority.
· The PM of India is the ex-officio Chairperson of NDMA.
Information Booster:
• NDRF (National Disaster Response Force) functions under NDMA.
• The nodal ministry for disaster management is Ministry of Home Affairs.