SYLLABI FOR MASTERS IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT (SEMESTER SYSTEM) EXAMINATIONS OF PUNJAB UNIVERSITY, CHANDIGARH

GUIDELINES FOR CONTINUOUS INTERNAL ASSESSMENT (20%) FOR REGULAR
STUDENTS OF MASTERS IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT (SEMESTER SYSTEM)
(Effective from the First Year Admissions for the Academic Session 2008-2009)
1. The Syndicate has approved the following guidelines, mode of testing and evaluation including
Continuous Internal Assessment of Students:
(i) Terminal Evaluation : 80%
(ii) Continuous Assessment : 20%
(iii) Continuous Assessment may include written assignment, snap tests, participation in
discussions in the class, term papers, attendance etc.
(iv) In order to incorporate an element of Continuous Internal Assessment of students, the
colleges/ Departments will conduct one written test as quantified below:
(a) Written Test : 25 (reduced to 5)
(b) Snap Test : 25 (reduced to 5)
(c) Term Paper : 25 (reduced to 5)
(d) Participation in class discussions : 15 (reduced to 3)
(e) Attendance : 10 (reduced to 2)
Total: 100 reduced to 20

2. Weightage of 2 marks for attendance component out of 20 marks for Continuous Assessment shall
be available only to those students who attend 75% and more of classroom lecture/ seminars/
workshops. The break-up of marks for attendance component for theory papers shall be as under:
Attendance Component Marks for Theory Papers
(a) 75% and above upto 85% : 1
(b) Above 85% : 2
3. It shall not be compulsory to pass in Continuous Internal Assessment. Thus, whatever marks are
secured by a student out of 20% marks, will be carried forward and added to his/her score out of
80%, i.e. the remaining marks allocated to the particular subject and, thus, he/she shall have to secure
pass marks both in the University examinations as well as total of Internal Continuous Assessment
and University examination.
4. Continuous Internal Assessment awards from the affiliated Colleges/Departments must be sent to the
Controller of Examinations, by name, two weeks before the commencement of the particular
examination on the proforma obtainable from the Examination Branch.
SPECIAL NOTE:
(i) The theory question paper will be of 80 marks and 20 marks will be for internal assessment.
(ii) In the case of Postgraduate Courses in the Faculties of Arts, Science, Languages, Education,
Design & Fine Arts, and Business Management & Commerce (falling under the purview of
Academic Council), where such a provision of Internal Assessment/ continuous Assessment
already exists, the same will continue as before.
(iii) The marks obtained by the candidate in Continuous Internal Assessment in Postgraduate
Classes from the admissions of 2008 will be shown separately in Detailed-Marks-Card
(D.M.C.).
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PANJAB UNIVERSITY, CHANDIGARH
Outlines of tests, syllabi and courses of reading for Masters in Disaster Management
(Semester System) for the examination 2011-12.
Course Structure
Semester Course
Code
Title of the Paper Max.
Marks
Credits
I
DM1 Concepts, Approaches and Theories of Disasters
Theory: 80
Internal Assessment: 20
100 4
DM2 Fundamentals of Disaster Management
Theory: 80
Internal Assessment: 20
100 4
DM3 Natural and Human Induced Disasters
Theory: 80
Internal Assessment: 20
100 4
DM4 Role of Remote Sensing & Geographic Information
Systems in Disaster Management
Theory: 50
Practical: 30
Internal Assessment: 20
100 4
II
DM5 Finance and Insurance in Disaster Management
Theory: 80
Internal Assessment: 20
100 4
DM6 Research Methods in Disaster Management
Theory: 50
Practical: 30
Internal Assessment: 20
100 4
DM7 Disasters in India
Theory: 50
Practical: 30
Internal Assessment: 20
100 4
DM8 Disaster Management Mechanisms in India
Theory: 80
Internal Assessment: 20
100 4
III
DM9 Legal Aspects of Disaster Management
Theory: 80
Internal Assessment: 20
100 4
DM10 Preparedness and Mitigation
Theory: 50
Practical: 30
Internal Assessment: 20
100 4
DM11 Relief, Rehabilitation & Reconstruction
Theory: 50
Practical: 30
Internal Assessment: 20
100 4
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DM12 Internship
Report: 80
Viva Voce: 20
100 4
IV
DM13 Role of International Agencies in Disaster
Management
Theory: 80
Internal Assessment: 20
100 4
DM14 Dissertation
Formulation of Project proposal: 50
Mid-Term Evaluation: 50
Report evaluation and Viva: (150+50) 200
300
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NOTE: During the Third Semester, the students are required to undergo the four weeks internship
and prepare a report. The internship will be carried out with a government agency or NGO. The
candidate will spend this time in gathering the requisite experience and skills necessary for her/his
training. In addition, the candidate may collect material/data for his/her report also.
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SEMESTER I
DM 1: CONCEPTS, APPROACHES AND THEORIES OF DISASTERS
Max. Marks :100
Theory Paper : 80
Internal Assessment : 20
Time : 3 Hours
Objectives:
Main objectives of Disaster Management course are to acquaint the students with the philosophy,
approaches and theories as an academic as well as professional field.
UNIT- I
• Definition and Concept of Hazard, Risk, Vulnerability and Disaster
• Meaning, Nature, Characteristics and Types of Disasters
UNIT-II
• Foundations of Disaster Studies: Review of Concepts
• Historical Developments: Western vs Oriental discourse on disaster Studies
• Globalization and Disaster Studies
UNIT-III
• Social Science and Domains Approach
• Natural Science Approach
• Applied Science Approach
• Critique of Approaches
UNIT-IV
• Theories: Behavioural; Complexity; Mutuality; Structural.
• Models: Pressure and Release (PAR); Access Model; Risk Factor Model
Note:
1. A compulsory question containing 15 short answer type questions shall be set covering the
whole syllabus. The student shall attempt any 10 parts in about 25-30 words each. Each part
shall carry 2 marks (total 20 marks).
2. A total of eight questions will be set out of the whole syllabus, at least two from each unit. The
candidates will attempt four questions selecting one from each unit, carrying 15 marks each.
These will be in addition to the compulsory question at serial number I.
3. Internal assessment shall include written assignments, snap tests, participation in discussion in
the class, term papers, attendance etc.
Essential Readings:
1. Beatley, Timothy, The Vision of Sustainable Communities, In Burby, Raymond (ed.),
Cooperating with Nature: Confronting Natural Hazards with Land-Use Planning for
Sustainable Communities, Washington, D.C., Joseph Henry Press, 1998.
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2. Burton, I., Kates, R.W. and White, G.F., Environment as Hazard, 2nd edition, Guilford
Press, New York, 1993.
3. FEMA, Protecting Business Operations: Second Report on Costs and Benefits of Natural
Hazard Mitigation, Washington, D.C., 1998.
4. Kasperson, J.X., Kasperson, R.E. and Turner, B. L., Regions at Risk: Comparisons of
Threatened Environments, United Nation, University Press,Tokyo, 1995.
5. Mark Pelling (ed.), Natural disasters and development in a globalizing world, Routledge,
London, 2003.
Further Readings:
1. Greg, Bank off and others, Mapping Vulnerability: Disasters, Development and People
Earthscan Publishers, London, 2004.
2. Chakraborty, S.C., Natural Hazards and disaster management, Pragatishil Prakashak,
Kolkata, 2007.
3. Reddy, K.R. and others, Natural Hazards and Disasters, Department of Geography, S.K.
University, Anantpur, A.P., India, 2009.
Pedagogy:
All matters pertaining to concepts, approaches and theories of Disaster management are to be
examined and explained by way of asking the students to prepare write ups on specific issues
and problems. Emphasis will be placed more on local problems and their practical
dimensions.
DM 2: FUNDAMENTALS OF DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Max. Marks : 100
Theory Paper : 80
Internal Assessment : 20
Time : 3 Hours
Objectives:
Main objectives of this course are to familiarize the students with the foundations and
the recent trends in disaster management.
UNIT I
• Disaster Management: Meaning, Concepts, Principles, Scope, Objectives and
Approaches
• Elements of Disaster Management.
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UNIT II
• Disaster Mitigation: Hazard Assessment, Vulnerability Assessment, Risk Assessment,
Protective Measures and Public Information.
• Disaster Preparedness: Disaster Plan, Damage Inspection, repair and Recovery
procedures, Communication and Control Centers, Disaster Forecasting, Warning and
Prediction.
UNIT III
• Disaster Relief: Rapid Damage Assessment, Search and Rescue operations, Evacuation
and Shelter, Food and Medical Supply, Mass Media Coverage, Relief Aid, Maintaining
Public Order.
UNIT IV
• Reconstruction Planning: Meaning and Significance.
• Economic and Social Rehabilitation
Note:
1. A compulsory question containing 15 short answer type questions shall be set covering the
whole syllabus. The student shall attempt any 10 parts in about 25-30 words each. Each part
shall carry 2 marks (total 20 marks).
2. A total of eight questions will be set out of the whole syllabus, at least two from each unit. The
candidates will attempt four questions selecting one from each unit, carrying 15 marks each.
These will be in addition to the compulsory question at serial number I.
3. Internal assessment may include written assignments, snap tests, participation in discussion in
the class, term papers, attendance etc.
References:
1. Beatley, Timothy, The Vision of Sustainable Communities, In Burby, Raymond (ed.),
Cooperating with Nature: Confronting Natural Hazards with Land-Use Planning for
Sustainable Communitie, Washington, D.C., Joseph Henry Press, 1998.
2. David Godschalk, Timothy Beatley, Philip Berke, David Brower, Edward J. Kaiser, Natural
Hazard Mitigation: Recasting Disaster Policy And Planning, Island Press, 1998.
3. FEMA, Planning for a Sustainable Future: The Link Between Hazard Mitigation and
Livability. Washington, D.C., 2000.
4. Godschalk, David R., Timothy Beatley, Philip Berke, David J. Brower, and Edward J.
Kaiser, Natural Hazard Mitigation; Recasting Disaster Policy and Planning, Washington,
D.C. Island Press, 1999.
5. Godschalk, D.R. et.al., Natural Hazard Mitigation Recasting Disaster Policy and
Planning, Island Press, Washington, D.C., 1999.
6. Schneid, T. and Collins, L., Disaster Management and Preparedness, Lewis Publishers,
Washington, D.C, 1998.
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DM 3: NATURAL AND HUMAN INDUCED DISASTERS
Max. Marks : 100
Theory Paper : 80
Internal Assessment : 20
Time : 3 Hours
Objectives
Main objectives of this course are to introduce the students with the nature of disasters with
a view to acquainting them with their fundamentals.
UNIT- I
i. Classification of Disasters; Conceptualizing the interface between environmental
degradation and disasters
ii. Natural Disasters I: Earthquakes and Tsunamis; Volcanic Eruptions; Landslides and
Avalanches
UNIT- II
iii. Natural Disasters II: Cyclones; Forest-fires; Droughts and Desertification; Floods
UNIT- III
iv. Human Induced Disasters I: Nuclear Disasters; Chemical Disasters; Soil and Water
Pollution
UNIT- IV
v. Human Induced Disasters II: Global warming; Biological Disasters: Epidemics
Note:
1. A compulsory question containing 15 short answer type questions shall be set covering the
whole syllabus. The student shall attempt any 10 parts in about 25-30 words each. Each part
shall carry 2 marks (total 20 marks).
2. A total of eight questions will be set out of the whole syllabus, at least 2 from each unit. The
candidates will attempt 4 questions selecting one from each unit. Each question will carry
15 marks. These will be in addition to the compulsory question at the serial number 1.
3. Internal assessment will include written assignment, snap tests, participation in discussion
in the class, term papers etc. as per university rules.
References:
1. Ahmed, Shaik Iftikhar (2008). Disaster Management in the Wake of a Flood, Twenty
First Century Publications, Patiala.
2. Bryant Edwards (2005): Natural Hazards, Cambridge University Press, U.K.
3. Carter, W. Nick, 1991: Disaster Management, Asian Development Bank, Manila.
4. Central Water Commission, 1987, Flood Atlas of India, CWC, New Delhi.
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5. Central Water Commission, 1989, Manual of Flood Forecasting, New Delhi.
6. Government of India, 1997, Vulnerability Atlas of India, New Delhi.
7. Kapur, A, 2010. Vulnerable India: A Geographical Study of Disasters, Sage
Publications, New Delhi.
8. Kapur, A.; Disasters in India: Studies of Grim Reality, Rawat Publications, Jaipur; 2005.
9. Sahni, Pardeep et al. (eds.) 2002, Disaster Mitigation Experiences and Reflections,
Prentice Hall of India, New Delhi.
Further Readings
1. BILHAM, R., 2009, The seismic future of cities. Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering, 7,
pp. 839–887.
2. BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS, 2002, Indian Standards: Criteria for Earthquake
Resistant Design of Structures, Part I, Fifth Revision.
3. GOVERNMENT OF INDIA, 1997, Vulnerability Atlas of India (New Delhi: Building
Materials and Technology Promotion Council, Ministry of Housing & Urban Poverty
Alleviation).
Pedagogy
The students shall be explained the interactive relationship between disasters and environmental
degradation. Extensive use of audio visual aids will be made. Field trips will be arranged, if
feasible.
DM 4 : ROLE OF REMOTE SENSING & GIS IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Max. Marks : 100
Theory Paper : 50
Practical : 30
Internal Assessment : 20
Time : 3 Hours
Distribution of Marks:
(i) Written paper of three hours duration along with theory papers 50 marks
(ii) Practical record and viva voce (20+10) 30 marks
Objectives:
Main objectives of this course are to introduce the students with the nature of disasters with a view
to acquainting them with their fundamentals.
Unit I
• Fundamentals of Remote Sensing
• Fundamentals of Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Global Positioning System (GPS)
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Unit-II
• Disaster Management: Geoinformatics Perspective
• Disaster Mitigation: Hazard Analysis and Mapping; Risk and Vulnerability Assessment;
Structural and Non Structural Measures.
Unit III
• Disaster preparedness: Contingency Planning; Warning and Evacuation; Consolidated
Preparation for next Disaster.
• Disaster Emergency: Provision for Search, rescue and First Aid; Immediate Relief:
Food, Water, Cloth; Shelter and Medical Care; Assessment Survey: Economic damage,
Death toll etc.
Unit IV
• Rehabilitation: Restoration of basic services and functions
• Reconstruction: Reconstruction of services and long-term preventive measures.
Note:
1. A compulsory question containing 10 short answer type questions shall be set covering the
whole syllabus. The student shall attempt any 7 parts in about 25-30 words each. Each part
shall carry two marks (total 14 marks).
2. A total of eight questions will be set out of the whole syllabus, at least two from each unit.
The candidates will attempt four questions selecting one from each unit, carrying nine
marks each. These will be in addition to the compulsory question at serial number I.
3. Internal assessment may include written assignments, snap tests, participation in discussion
in the class, term papers, attendance etc.
4. The candidates will be required to carry out 5 practical exercises in the laboratory and
submit the practical file record for evaluation. Assessment of practical record and viva-voce
will be done by three examiners consisting of internal, Chairperson of the department and
one additional faculty member teaching the course. Distribution of marks: Practical record:
20 marks and Viva-voce Examination: 10 marks. The practical file shall be submitted to the
department ten days before the commencement of the theory examination of the semester.
References:
1. Greg Bankoff, Georg Frerks, Dorothea Hilhorst, Mapping Vulnerability: Disasters,
Development and People, Earthscan Publications Ltd., 2004.
2. Monmonier Mark, Cartographies of Danger: Mapping Hazards in America, Univ. of
Chicago Press, 1997.
3. Roy, P.S.; Van Westen, C.J.; Jha, V.K.; Lakhera, R.C. and Champati Ray, P.K., Natural
Disaster and their Mitigation: Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System
Perspectives, IIRS, Dehra Dun, Govt. of India, 2000.
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SEMESTER-II
DM 5: Finance and Insurance in Disaster Management
Max. Marks : 100
Theory Paper : 80
Internal Assessment : 20
Time : 3 Hours
Objectives:
Main objectives of this course are to acquaint the students with the methods and products available
in Public and Private sectors to get insured and secure against Disaster events. Techniques of
financial management will also be discussed in depth.
UNIT- I
• Definition, nature, role and importance of Insurance
• Kinds of Insurance and Process of Insurance
• Insurance assurance and re-insurance.
• Insurance and Disaster management
UNIT- II
• Role of Macro Insurance in Disaster Management
• Risk Management Objectives (i.e., economic effects) explicit
• Quantify the Risks; Assessment of Damage for Insurance
• Risk Management Products
UNIT-III
• Dynamic Financial Analysis (DFA)
• Community Perception of Disasters and Insurance Decisions.
• Role and Importance of finance in disaster management.
UNIT-IV
• Disaster Finance and Risk Reduction-Private Sector Participation
• Role of World Bank in Disaster finance and Risk Reduction
• Financing Disaster Risk in India
Note:
1. A compulsory question containing 15 short answer type questions shall be set covering the
whole syllabus. The student shall attempt any 10 parts in about 25-30 words each. Each part
shall carry 2 marks (total 20 marks).
2. A total of eight questions will be set out of the whole syllabus, at least two from each unit. The
candidates will attempt four questions selecting one from each unit, carrying 15 marks each.
These will be in addition to the compulsory question at serial number I.
3. Internal assessment may include written assignments, snap tests, participation in discussion in
the class, term papers, attendance etc.
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Essential Readings:
1. Chandra, Prasanna (2005): Financial Management, Tata Mc-Graw Hill, 6th Edition.
2. Hood, C. and Jones, D.K.C. (eds.), (1996): Accident and Design: Contemporary Debates in
Risk Management, UCL Press, London.
3. Pandey, I.M. (2005): Financial Management, Vikas Publishing House, 12th edition.
4. Paraswamam, S. and Umikrishnan, P.V. (2000): India Disaster Report, Oxford University
Press, New Delhi.
5. Vanhorne (2004): Financial Management, Pearson Education, 12th edition.
Further Readings:
1. Sahni, Pardeep and others, Disaster Risk Reduction in South Asia, Prentice Hall of India,
New Delhi, 2003.
2. World Development Report, Development and the Environment, Oxford University Press,
Delhi, 1999.
3. Cuny, Frederick, Disaster and Development, Oxford University Press, England, 1983.
4. Uvin, Peter, Development, Aid and Conflict, United Nations University, Tokyo, 1996.
Pedagogy:
Fundamentals and practice of insurance and financial arrangements are introduced to
students, various risk management products in the market along with fiscal and financial
arrangements between the cultural and state Government on one side and between the state
government and the local government are explained the students: students are asked to
prepare write ups on specific issues and problems.
DM 6: RESEARCH METHODS IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Max. Marks : 100
Theory Paper : 50
Practical : 30
Internal Assessment : 20
Time : 3 Hours
Distribution of Marks:
(i) Written paper of three hours duration along with theory papers 50 marks
(ii) Practical record and viva voce (20+10) 30 marks
Objectives:
Main objectives of this course are to introduce the students with research fundamentals and
strengthen their research skills.
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UNIT-I
• Scientific Investigation: Definition, scope and objective, types, approaches and significance.
• The research process: the broad problem area, preliminary data collection, problem,
selection and definition, theoretical framework, hypothesis development and elements of
research design.
• Experimental design: the laboratory experiment, variables, validity, types of experimental
designs.
UNIT-II
• Data collection, Measurement, processing and analysis: collection, processing and analysis;
measurement in research, operational definition, measurement scales, scaling; scaling
techniques, reliability and validity; sources of data; data collection methods: interviewing,
questionnaires, other methods of data collection; review of statistical data analysis.
UNIT-III
• Sampling: Need and purpose of sampling, population and sample, population frame,
sampling with and without replacement, population parameters.
• Sampling theory–sampling distributions, parameter estimation, hypothesis testing. Sampling
designs – probability and non-probability sampling
UNIT-IV
• Report writing: the research proposal, the report, integral parts of the report, steps involved
in report writing, types of reports, oral presentation, conclusions.
Note:
1. A compulsory question containing 10 short answer type questions shall be set covering the
whole syllabus. The student shall attempt any 7 parts in about 25-30 words each. Each part
shall carry two marks (total 14 marks).
2. A total of eight questions will be set out of the whole syllabus, at least two from each unit.
The candidates will attempt four questions selecting one from each unit, carrying nine
marks each. These will be in addition to the compulsory question at serial number I.
3. Internal assessment may include written assignments, snap tests, participation in discussion
in the class, term papers, attendance etc.
4. The candidates will be required to carry out 5 practical exercises in the laboratory and
submit the practical file record for evaluation. Assessment of practical record and viva-voce
will be done by three examiners consisting of internal, Chairperson of the department and
one additional faculty member teaching the course. Distribution of marks: Practical record:
20 marks and Viva-voce Examination: 10 marks. The practical file shall be submitted to the
department ten days before the commencement of the theory examination of the semester.
References:
1. Hillier, F.S. & Hillier, M.S. (2005). Introduction to Management Science, Tata McGraw
Hill.
2. Vohra N.D. (2003). Quantitative Techniques in Management Tata McGraw Hill.
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3. Kottegoga, N.T. and Rosso, R. (1998). Statistics, Probability and Reliability for Civil and
Environmental Engineers. McGraw-Hill, New York.
4. Johnson, R.A. (1999). Miller and Freund’s Probability and Statistics for Engineers. Prentice-
Hall of India Pvt. Ltd, New Delhi.
5. Manly, B.F.J. (1994). Mutivariate Statistical Methods. A Primer. Chapman and Hall,
London.
6. Manly, B.F.J. (2001). Statistics for Environmental Science and Management, Chapman and
Hall, London.
7. Floyd F. Sabins Jr.(1987). Remote Sensing, Principles and interpretation. W.H. Freemanes
& Co., New York, 2nd Edition.
8. Lillesand T.M. & Kiefer W.(1994). Remote Sensing and Image Interpretation, John Wiley
and Sons, New York.
9. Stan Marany (1999). GIS Solutions in Natural Resource Management, Onward Press, USA.
10. Singleton. R.A. Jr, and Straits B. C. (1999). Approaches to Social Research. Oxford
University Press, New York.
11. Moore, D.S. (1999). The Basic Practice of Statistics. W.H. Freedman, NY.
12. De Vaus, D.A. (1995). Surveys in Social Research. Allen & Unwin, Sydney, NSW, 1995.
13. Foddy, W. (1994). Constructing Questions for Interviews and Questionnaires. Cambridge
University Press, Cambridge.
14. Scarbrough E., E. Tanenbaum (1998). Research Strategies in the Social Sciences. Oxford
University Press. Oxford.
15. Kothari, C.R. (2008): Research Methodology Methods & Techniques, New Age
International (P) Ltd. New Delhi.
Pedagogy:
The students shall be given an area and problem to apply various aspects of research. The
application will expose them about the importance of research and the practical exercises will
ignite them to do research in future
DM 7 : DISASTERS IN INDIA
Max. Marks : 100
Theory Paper : 50
Practical: : 30
Internal Assessment : 20
Time : 3 Hours
Distribution of marks
i. Written paper of three hours duration along with theory papers 50 marks
ii. Practical record and viva voce (20+10) 30 marks
Objectives
Main objectives of this course are to sensitize the students with disaster profile of India portraying
regional dimensions.
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Unit I
i. Regionalization of India on the basis of Disasters: Earthquakes, Droughts and Floods.
Unit II
ii. Earthquakes: Case studies: Kangra, Bhuj, Latur, Kutchh, Uttarkashi
iii. Landslides and Avalanches: Case studies along major river basins.
iv. Cyclones: Case studies of Coastal areas of Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea.
Unit III
v. Floods and Cloud Bursts: Case studies along river basins
vi. Droughts and Desertification.
vii. Chemical and Industrial Disasters
Unit IV
viii. Urban Disasters: Case Studies of Metropolitan Regions: Delhi and Mumbai
Note:
1. A compulsory question containing 10 short-answer type questions shall be set covering the
whole syllabus. The student shall attempt any 7 parts in about 25-30 words each. Each part
shall carry 2 marks (Total 14 marks).
2. A total of eight questions will be set out of the whole syllabus, at least 2 from each unit. The
candidates will attempt 4 questions selecting one from each unit, carrying nine marks each.
These will be in addition to the compulsory question at the serial number 1.
3. Internal assessment may include written assignment, snap tests, participation in discussion in
the class, term papers, attendance etc.
4. The candidates will be required to carry out 5 practical exercises in the laboratory and
submit the practical file record for evaluation. Assessment of practical record and viva-voce
will be done by three examiners consisting of internal, Chairperson of the department and
one additional faculty member teaching the course. Distribution of marks: Practical record:
20 marks and Viva-voce Examination: 10 marks. The practical file shall be submitted to the
department ten days before the commencement of the theory examination of the semester.
Essential Readings
1. Ahmed, Shaik Iftikhar (2008). Disaster Management in the Wake of a Flood, Twenty
First Century Publications, Patiala.
2. Bryant Edwards (2005): Natural Hazards, Cambridge University Press, U.K.
3. Hewitt, K., Regions of Risk: A Geographical Introduction to Disasters, Longman, London,
1997.
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4. Kapur, A, 2010. Vulnerable India: A Geographical Study of Disasters, Sage Publications,
New Delhi.
5. Kapur, A.; Disasters in India: Studies of Grim Reality, Rawat Publications, Jaipur; 2005.
6. Kasperson, J.X., Kasperson, R.E. and Turner, B. L., Regions at Risk: Comparisons of
Threatened Environments, United Nation, University Press,Tokyo, 1995.
7. Paraswamam, S. and Umikrishnan, P.V., India Disaster Report, Oxford University Press,
New Delhi, 2000.
Further Readings
1. BILHAM, R., 2009, The seismic future of cities. Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering, 7,
pp. 839–887.
2. BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS, 2002, Indian Standards: Criteria for Earthquake
Resistant Design of Structures, Part I, Fifth Revision.
3. GOVERNMENT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH, 2005, Bhukamp ek bhayavah anubhav:
Bachav aur Upay (in Hindi), p. 64 (Shimla: State Council for Science Technology and
Environment).
4. GOVERNMENT OF INDIA, 1997, Vulnerability Atlas of India (New Delhi: Building
Materials and Technology Promotion Council, Ministry of Housing & Urban Poverty
Alleviation).
Pedagogy
The students shall be explained the interactive relationship between disasters and environmental
degradation. Extensive use of audio visual aids will be made. Field trips will be arranged, if
feasible.
DM 8: DISASTER MANAGEMENT MECHANISMS IN INDIA
Max. Marks : 100
Theory Paper : 80
Internal Assessment : 20
Time : 3 Hours
Objectives:
Main objectives of this course are to familiarize the students with the foundations, recent trends and
Governmental and Non Governmental practices for disaster management in India.
Unit I
• Institutional Framework of Disaster Management in India
• Stakeholders in Disaster Management.
Unit II
• National/Central Level Management: Nodal Agencies
• National Disaster Management Authority.
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Unit III
• State Authorities, local groups and committees: State, District and Local Level
Management
• Community Participation in Disaster Management and Risk Reduction
Unit IV
• Role of the following in Disaster Management:
• NGO, Private Organizations
• Army and Police
• Educational Institutions
Note:
1. A compulsory question containing 15 short answer type questions shall be set covering the
whole syllabus. The student shall attempt any 10 parts in about 25-30 words each. Each part
shall carry two marks (total 20 marks).
2. A total of eight questions will be set out of the whole syllabus, at least two from each unit.
The candidates will attempt four questions selecting one from each unit, carrying 15 marks
each. These will be in addition to the compulsory question at serial number I.
3. Internal assessment may include written assignments, snap tests, participation in discussion
in the class, term papers, attendance etc.
References:
1. Hewitt, K., Regions of Risk: A Geographical Introduction to Disasters, Longman, London,
1997.
2. Kapur, A.; Disasters in India: Studies of Grim Reality, Rawat Publications, Jaipur; 2005.
3. Kasperson, J.X., Kasperson, R.E. and Turner, B. L., Regions at Risk: Comparisons of
Threatened Environments, United Nation, University Press, Tokyo, 1995.
4. Paraswamam, S. and Umikrishnan, P.V., India Disaster Report, Oxford University Press,
New Delhi, 2000.
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Semester III
DM- 9: Legal Aspects of Disaster Management
Max. Marks : 100
Theory Paper : 80
Internal Assessment : 20
Time : 3 Hours
Objective:
Main objective is to make aware the students about the legal system related to disaster management
Unit I
• International Perspective of Disaster management and Related Legal Development.
• Role of Human Rights in Disaster Management.
• Long Term Implications of Disasters With Regard to Law: Long Term Consequences for the
Victims. Revising the Models of Disaster Management.
• The Disaster Management Act, 2005.
• An Overview of Provisions of The Constitution of India (With more Emphasis on
Fundamental, Rights, Directive Principles of State Policies and Fundamental Duties)
• Public Interest Litigation and Judicial Activism.
Unit II
• Role of the Union and the State Governments in Disaster Management; Functions of
designated ministries (with Focus on Ministry of Home Affairs As The Nodal Agency)
• Planning and Disaster Vulnerability: Role of Planning Commission in Disaster
Management.
• The Disaster Management Act, 2005.
• Importance of Decentralization in Disaster Management: Power and Function of Local
Administration, Role of Municipalities And Panchayati Raj Institution With Reference to
Following:
A Brief Case Study of National Capital Territory- Delhi’s Draft State Disaster
Management Plan with Special Reference to Emergency Response plan
Gujrat Earthquake, Plague in Surat, Bhopal Gas Tragedy
Fire Safety norms: Uphar Cinema and Tamil Nadu School Fire Tragedies (With
Emphasis On The Supreme Court Guide Lines And National Building Code 2005)
Seizure Of Public Property During Disasters.
Unit III
• Environment Jurisprudence: Case Laws
• National Environment Policy, 2006
• Effectiveness and Evaluation of Central and State Pollution Control Boards in India (With
Relevant Provisions of The Water (Prevention And Control Of Pollution) Act, 1974 And the
Air (Prevention And Control Of Pollution) Act, 1981) The Environment (Protection) Act,
1986 and Hazardous Substances Rules.
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Unit IV
Important/ Useful Statutes with Provisions Relevant to Disaster Management
The Atomic Energy Act, 1962
The Explosive Act, 1872
The Explosive Substance Act, 1908
The Mines and Minerals (Regulation And Development) Act, 1957
Chapter IV of Factories Act, 1948
The Weapons Of Mass Destruction And Their Delivery Systems (Prohibition Of Unlawful
Activities) Act, 2005
The Essentials Services Maintenance Act, 1981
Note:
1. A compulsory question containing 15 short-answer type questions shall be set covering the
whole syllabus. The student shall attempt ten questions in 25-30 words each. Each part shall
carry 2 marks (Total: 2x10= 20 marks).
2. A total of eight questions will be set out of the whole syllabus, at least 2 from each unit. The
candidates will attempt 4 questions selecting one from each unit. Each question will carry 15
marks. These will be in addition to the compulsory question at the serial number 1.
3. Internal assessment will include written assignment, snap tests, participation in discussion in
the class, term papers etc. as per university rules.
BOOKS RECOMMENDED:
ESSENTIAL READINGS
1. Kanoorayar, Vishnu and V.S. Jaya (ED), “Disaster Management and Law”.
2. Pandey J.N., “The Constitutional Law of India” Central Law Agency, Allahabad, (2008)
3. Jaswal P.S. “Environmental Law” Allahabad Law Agency, 2009
4. Baxi Upendra “Inconvenient Forum and Convenient Catastrophe: The Bhopal Case”, India
Institute of Law, 1986
5. The Disaster Management Act 2005
6. The Atomic Energy Act, 1962
7. The Explosive Substance Act, 1908
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8. The Mines and Minerals (Regulation And Development) Act, 1957
9. The Insecticide Act, 1968
10. The Factories Act, 1948
11. The Essentials Services Maintenance Act, 1981
12. The Weapons Of Mass Destruction And Their Delivery Systems ( Prohibition Of Unlawful
Activities) Act, 2005.
FURTHER READINGS:
1. Bakshi, P.M., “The Constitution of India” (BARE ACT) Universal Law Publishing House.
2. Agarwal, H.O., “International Law and Human Right”, Central Law Publication, (2008).
3. Alexandra George, Property in the human body and its parts: reflections self-determination in
liberal society, European University Institute, Florence, 2001.
4. Ambala-Bertrand, J.M., Political Economy of Large Natural Disasters, With Special
Reference to Developing Countries, Clarendon Press, Oxford, 1993.
5. Andrew Waite, Environmental law: Hand book, London, Butterworths, 1984.
6. Andrew Waite and Tim Jewell (Ed.), Environmental Law in Property Transactions,
Butterworths, London, 1997.
7. David Shaman, “India's Pollution Regulatory Structure and Background”, In New Ideas in
Pollution Regulation, World Bank Group, January 5, 1996.
8. Diane, Warburton (Ed.), Community and Sustainable Development: Participation in the
future, Earthscan Publications Ltd., London, 1998.
9. Godschalk, D. R. et.al., Natural Hazard Mitigation Recasting Disaster Policy and Planning,
Island Press, Washington, D.C., 1999.
10. Norman Dorsen, (Ed.), Democracy and the Rule of Law, CQ Press, Washington, D.C., 2001.
11. Walter Laqueur, No End to War: Terrorism in the Twenty-First Century, Continuum, New
York, 2003.
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DM-10: PREPAREDNESS AND MITIGATION
Max. Marks : 100
Theory Paper : 50
Practical : 30
Internal Assessment : 20
Time : 3 Hours
Objectives: Main objective is to prepare the students for risk assessment and its reduction,
preparedness planning, and vulnerability assessment.
UNIT I
i) Risk Assessment: Concept, elements, process and evaluation.
ii) Vulnerabilities and capacities of individuals and societies to different types of hazards.
UNIT II
iii) Disaster Preparedness: Concept, nature, measures, disaster preparedness plan.
iv) Role and responsibility of Central, State, District and Local Administration, Armed Forces,
Police, Para-Military Forces, International Agencies, National Service Scheme, NGO’s
Media.
v) Risk Reduction, Response and Recovery
UNIT III
vi) Infrastructure in emergencies:
• Water, medical and sanitation
• Transportation and Communication networks
UNIT IV
vii) Disaster Mitigation: Concept, importance, guiding principles, tools
viii) Disaster Mitigation Strategies with reference to specific disasters (cyclones, droughts,
floods, earthquakes)
ix) Emerging trends in Disaster Mitigation
Note:
1. A compulsory question containing 10 short-answer type questions shall be set covering the
whole syllabus. The student shall attempt seven questions in 25-30 words each. Each part shall
carry 2 marks (Total: 2x7= 14 marks).
2. A total of eight questions will be set out of the whole syllabus, at least 2 from each unit. The
candidates will attempt 4 questions selecting one from each unit. Each question will carry 9
marks. These will be in addition to the compulsory question at the serial number I.
3. Internal assessment will include written assignment, snap tests, participation in discussion in
the class, term papers, etc. as per University Rules.
4. The candidates will be required to carry out 5 practical exercises in the laboratory and submit
the practical file record for evaluation. Assessment of practical record and viva-voce will be
done by three examiners consisting of internal, Chairperson of the department and one
additional faculty member teaching the course. Distribution of marks: Practical record: 20
marks and Viva-voce Examination: 10 marks. The practical file shall be submitted to the
department ten days before the commencement of the theory examination of the semester.
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References
1. Kaplan, Stanley and Garrick, B. John, “On the Quantitative Definition of Risk”, Risk
Analysis, Vol. 1, 1981, pp.11-27.
2. Coppola, Damon P., Introduction to International Disaster Management, Butterworth-
Heinemann (Elsevier), Oxford, 2007.
3. Choularton, Richard, “Contingency planning and humanitarian action - A review of practice,
No.59”, Humanitarian Practice Network (HPN), Overseas Development Institute, London.
4. Hart, P, Heyse, L and Boin, A., “New trends in crisis management practice and crisis
management research: setting the agenda”, Journal of Contingencies and Crisis
Management, 2001.
5. Quarantelli, E L., Major Criteria for Judging Disaster Planning and Managing and their
Applicability in Developing Societies, Disaster Research Center, University of Delaware,
Newark, Delaware, USA 1998.
6. Asian Development Bank 1991, Disaster Mitigation in Asia and the Pacific, Manila.
FURTHER READINGS
1. Barker, W. George and Dwight W. Chapman (Eds.) Man and Society in Disaster, Basic
Books, New York, 1962.
2. Gosling L, Edwards M, Toolkits; A Practical Guide to Assessment, Monitoring, Review and
Evaluation, Save the Children fund London, 1995
3. Indian Buildings Congress, Journal of Indian Building Congress, Proceedings of Seminar on
Earthquakes in Built Environment, New Delhi, 2001.
4. Sahni, Pardeep and Madhavi, Malalgoda Ariyabandu, Disaster Risk Reduction in South
Asia, Prentice-Hall of India, New Delhi, 2001.
5. Godschalk, David R et.al., 1999, Natural Hazard Mitigation Recasting Disaster Policy and
Planning, Island Press, Washington DC.
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DM-11: RELIEF, REHABILITATION & RECONSTRUCTION
Max. Marks : 100
Theory Paper : 50
Practical : 30
Internal Assessment : 20
Time : 3 Hours
Objectives: Main objective is to prepare the students to analyse and execute the operational aspects
of assessing, planning and implementing health hazard prevention and care interventions in
emergencies.
UNIT I
(i) Reconstruction and Rehabilitation as means of Development
(ii) Information Management Structure
(iii) Role of Information Dissemination
UNIT II
(iv) Development of Physical and Economic Infrastructure
(v) Funding Arrangement for Reconstruction
UNIT III
(vi) Psychosocial support and mental health services with a special focus on natural disaster
like Tsunami & Earthquake.
(vii) Dealing with Victim’s Psychology
(viii) Participative Rehabilitation Process: Some Case Studies
UNIT IV
(ix) Role of Various agencies in disaster Management and Development
(x) Long – term recovery (Creation of Long-term Job opportunities and Livelihood Options)
and counter disaster planning
Practical Sessions:
• Case based exercises of management in disaster situations
• Lectures on research in the field of Management of disaster situations
• Lectures on systems and organisations in society for managing disaster situations
• Small group work, group discussion, role play, case study exercises, self directed and
guided study, seminar and paper presentations. The format will cater for diverse
educational and practice needs, allowing students to pursue their individual study
requirements.
Note:
1. A compulsory question containing 10 short answer type questions shall be set covering the
whole syllabus. The student shall attempt any 7 parts in about 25-30 words each. Each part
shall carry two marks (total 14 marks).
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2. A total of eight questions will be set out of the whole syllabus, at least two from each unit.
The candidates will attempt four questions selecting one from each unit, carrying nine
marks each. These will be in addition to the compulsory question at serial number I.
3. Internal assessment may include written assignments, snap tests, participation in discussion
in the class, term papers, attendance etc.
4. The candidates will be required to carry out 5 practical exercises in the laboratory and
submit the practical file record for evaluation. Assessment of practical record and viva-voce
will be done by three examiners consisting of internal, Chairperson of the department and
one additional faculty member teaching the course. Distribution of marks: Practical record:
20 marks and Viva-voce Examination: 10 marks. The practical file shall be submitted to the
department ten days before the commencement of the theory examination of the semester.
References
Barakat, S., Housing Reconstruction after Conflict and Disaster, Overseas Development Institute
(ODI), Humanitarian Practice Network (HPN), London, 2003.
Barenstein, J.D. and Pittet, D., Post-disaster housing reconstruction: Current trends and
sustainable alternatives for tsunami-affected communities in coastal Tamil Nadu, University of
Applied Sciences, Environment Construction and Design, Department, Institute for Applied,
Sustainability to the Built Environment, Switzerland, 2007.
Christoplos, I., ‘The elusive window of opportunity’ for risk reduction in post-disaster recovery’,
Discussion Paper for Session 3 Pro-Vention Consortium Forum 2006, Strengthening Global
Collaboration in Disaster Risk Reduction, p. 4, Bangkok, February 2006.
Coppola, D., Introduction to Disaster Management, Chapter 7, ‘Recovery’, pp 295-335, Elsevier,
Amsterdam, 2007.
Drabek T.E. and McEntire D., “Emergent phenomena and multiorganizational coordination in
disasters: lessons from the research literature, International Journal of Mass Emergencies and
Disasters, Vol. 20, No. 2, pp. 197-224, 2002.
Frühling, P., Turning disaster into opportunities: Swedish contributions to reconstruction and
transformation in Central America after Disaster Mitch, Swedish International Development
Cooperation Agency (Sida), Department for Latin America, Stockholm, 2002.
World Disaster Report, International Federation of the Red Cross Red Crescent Societies (IFRC),
Geneva, 2001.
GTZ, Perú: Proyecto de reconstrucción con inclusión de la gestión de riesgo (Reconstruction
project with integration of disaster risk management), Wamsler, C. (main author), GTZ, Eschborn,
Germany, (2003).
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DM-12: INTERNSHIP
Max. Marks : 100
Report : 80
Viva Voce : 20
Note: The students are required to undergo four weeks internship and prepare a report. The
internship will be carried out with a government agency or NGO. The candidate will spend this time
in gathering the requisite experience and skills necessary for her/his training. In addition, the
candidate may collect material/data for his/her report also. The BOC of the Department will plan
the task and coordinate with the government agency or NGO.
SEMESTER-IV
DM-13: ROLE OF INTERNATIONAL AGENCIES IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Max. Marks : 100
Theory Paper : 80
Internal Assessment : 20
Time : 3 Hours
Objective: To familiarize the students with the role played by the international agencies in
management of disasters.
UNIT I
• International agencies in disaster management: an overview
• United Nations High-Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
• United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
• United Nations Secretary-General's Advisory Board on Water & Sanitation (UNSGAB)
• Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (United Nations) (OCHA)
• International Committee of the Red Cross
• World Health Organization (WHO)
UNIT II
• Detailed studies of the role played by United Nations, WHO and OXFAM in disaster
management
UNIT III
• Planning and implementation of development assistance programmes for Refugees:
Main Concepts and Issues;
Planning, Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation of such Programmes;
Planning and Participatory Development
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UNIT IV
• Environmental health in emergencies during natural and human induced disasters:
Prevention, Detection, Response, Preparedness, Recovery
Note:
1. A compulsory question containing 15 short-answer type questions shall be set covering the
whole syllabus. The student shall attempt ten questions in 25-30 words each. Each part shall
carry 2 marks (Total: 2x10= 20 marks).
2. A total of eight questions will be set out of the whole syllabus, at least 2 from each unit. The
candidates will attempt 4 questions selecting one from each unit. Each question will carry 15
marks. These will be in addition to the compulsory question at the serial number 1.
3. Internal assessment will include written assignment, snap tests, participation in discussion in
the class, term papers etc. as per university rules.
REFERENCES
Ghosh, GK (2006): Disaster Management, Vol. I-VI, APH Publishing Corporation, New Delhi.
Trivedi, PR (2007): Encyclopedia of Disaster Management, Vol. 1-12, Jnanada Prakashan, New
Delhi.
The World Health Report, World Health Organisation, Geneva, various reports published 1995
onward.
DM-14: DISSERTATION
Maximum Marks : 300
Formulation of Project proposal : 50
Mid-Term Evaluation : 50
Report evaluation and Viva (150+50) : 200
Notes:
1. The Broad of Control shall assign a candidate to a faculty member/s for supervision of
his/her project report on an approved topic. The student shall prepare three copies of his/her
project report and submit in the concerned department. The report shall have to be submitted
ten days before the commencement of the theory examination of the said semester. The
project report shall incorporate the findings arrived at on the basis of the data/information
collected from the field and processed, analyzed and mapped in the GIS lab. A faculty
member of the department shall only be eligible to supervise this report.
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2. Mid-term appraisal of the project report shall have two-components: (i) presentation on
project proposal including the research objectives, methodology and the chapter scheme,
after three weeks of assigning the project title, (ii) presentation of data analysis and tentative
findings, six weeks after the assigning of the project title. The mid-term appraisal of the
project report shall be done by a board of four examiners consisting of the supervisor,
chairperson and the two senior faculty members of the department.
3. For the evaluation of project report, three examiners, consisting of supervisor, Chairperson
of the department, and one more faculty member teaching the course, shall evaluate the
report independently and student shall be awarded the mean score of the three evaluations.
The evaluation work shall have the two-components: (i) evaluation of project report,
(ii) presentation of data analysis and main findings before the broad of examiners and viva
voce.
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