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Disaster Management Act (Act No. 13 of 2005)

2005Adaptation, Disaster Risk ManagementLegislativeActMore details
The Disaster Management Act's main purpose is to protect human life and the environment of Sri Lanka from the consequences of natural disasters by preparing national policies and plans, and by appointing centrally coordinated committees and institutions to give effect to such policies and plans.

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Disaster Management Act (Act No. 13 of 2005)
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