Topic : Disaster and disaster management.
6. Examine the role of corporate social responsibility as an emerging avenue in managing disasters. (250 words)
Reference: ndmindia.nic.in
Why the question:
The question is premised on the role and contributions of corporate sector in managing disasters in the country.
Key Demand of the question:
One has to examine the role of corporate social responsibility as an emerging avenue in managing disasters.
Directive:
Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must look into the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Corporates have always played a pivotal role in the post-disaster relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts in the affected areas. The Corporate sector has contributed to the developmental work through employee contribution, funds or donations.
Body:
Explain that recognising the importance of integrating the corporate sector in disaster management, govt. of India has included all disaster relief expenditure as part of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) contribution.
The Corporate sector can play a key role in supporting and building the knowledge, capacity and skills of the community through disaster management activities ranging from mitigation and preparedness to response and recovery.
Ensuring that existing and upcoming industrial assets and infrastructure are disaster-resistant is also the responsibility of the corporate sector.
Discuss all possible benefits of CSR in disaster management and its importance.
Conclusion:
Conclude with importance.
