Issue 26- Cyclonic Storm Montha

ISSUE – 26

Cyclonic Storm Montha

Practice Questions on the Issue

QUESTION 01 (Internal Security)

Analyse the challenges posed by “white-collar terror modules” and radicalized professionals, as identified in the recent Red Fort blast investigation, to India’s internal security framework. Discuss the strategies for detection and neutralization of such networks. (10 Marks, 150 Words)

QUESTION 02 (Counter-Terrorism Mechanism and Coordination)

Critically evaluate the effectiveness of India’s intelligence-gathering and interstate coordination mechanisms in light of the Red Fort blast investigation, which uncovered a potential nationwide terror network. What steps are needed to improve real-time data sharing and counter new terror models? (15 Marks, 250 Words)

QUESTION 03 (Community Policing and Public Participation)

The investigation into the Red Fort blast underscores that terrorism can ‘hide in plain sight’. Discuss the importance of public participation and community vigilance in ensuring national security and countering radicalization at the local level. (10 Marks, 150 Words)

Practice Questions on the Issue (General Studies Paper I: Geography)

QUESTION 01 (General Studies Paper I: Geography)

Describe the meteorological conditions responsible for the formation of Cyclone Montha in the Bay of Bengal. Discuss how factors like Sea Surface Temperature (SST) and vertical wind shear influence the intensification of such cyclones. (15 Marks, 250 Words)

QUESTION 02 (General Studies Paper I: Geography)

Why are the coastal areas of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha more vulnerable to cyclones originating in the Bay of Bengal? Analyse the geographical and oceanic factors, with specific reference to Cyclone Montha. (15 Marks, 250 Words)

QUESTION 03 (General Studies Paper I: Geography)

Trace the path and landfall of Cyclone Montha. Explain the atmospheric dynamics that determine the direction and speed of tropical cyclones in the North Indian Ocean. (10 Marks, 150 Words)

Answer Approach for General Studies-I Questions:

Focus on the geographical and meteorological aspects, such as the mechanism of cyclone formation and reasons for the high frequency in the Bay of Bengal.

Practice Questions on the Issue (General Studies Paper III: Disaster Management and Environment

QUESTION 04 (General Studies Paper III: Disaster Management and Environment)

Examine the preparedness and response mechanisms implemented by the Indian government during Cyclone Montha. In light of the “zero-casualty” policy, evaluate the effectiveness of pre-landfall evacuation and inter-agency coordination. (15 Marks, 250 Words)

QUESTION 05 (General Studies Paper III: Disaster Management and Environment)

Discuss the importance of the colour-coded weather warnings issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in the context of Cyclone Montha. Explain how these advisories contribute to effective cyclone disaster management. (10 Marks, 150 Words)

QUESTION 03 (General Studies Paper III: Disaster Management and Environment)

Evaluate the role of modern technology, such as satellite tracking and data analysis, in the successful management of a cyclone event like Montha. What are the challenges in ensuring last-mile connectivity for early warnings? (15 Marks, 250 Words)