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Disaster Management Act

2007Adaptation, Disaster Risk ManagementLegislativeActMore details
The Disaster Management Act creates the National Disaster Management Council, and National Disaster Management Authority. It establishes the composition of these two entities and defines their functions. It also classifies disaster types and regulates the declaration of state of emergency.

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