Which of the following is full form of NDRF?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) National Disaster Response Force

Explanation:

The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is a specialized force constituted for the purpose of specialist response to natural and man-made disasters. It was established under the Disaster Management Act, 2005.

Information

National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)

Establishment & Legal Framework:

• Constituted under Section 44 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
• Officially established in 2006 to provide specialized response to natural and man-made disasters.

Composition:

• Initially formed with 8 battalions, now expanded to 16 battalions.
• Personnel drawn from Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs): BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB, and Assam Rifles.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Trained for multi-hazard disaster response including:

• Floods, cyclones, earthquakes, landslides, building collapses,
• Industrial accidents, road/train mishaps, and more.

Known for quick deployment, technical expertise, and proactive presence during potential disasters.

International Operations:

Participated in major international rescue missions:

• 2011 Japan triple disaster (Earthquake, Tsunami, Radiation Leakage).
• 2015 Nepal Earthquake.

Administrative Control:

• Functions under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
• Headed by a Director General (DG).