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\nThe National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is the apex statutory body for disaster management in India. It functions under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
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\nThe NDMA is chaired by the Prime Minister of India and is responsible for laying down the policies, plans, and guidelines for disaster management.
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\nThe Disaster Management Act, 2005, provides the legal framework for disaster management in India, establishing the NDMA at the national level, State Disaster Management Authorities (SDMAs) at the state level, and District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs) at the district level.
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