11. The Multi-Hazard Early Warning Decision Support System (MH-EWDSS) has been developed by which organization?
[A] Indian Space Research Organisation
[B] National Disaster Management Authority
[C] India Meteorological Department
[D] Defence Research and Development Organisation
Correct Answer: C [India Meteorological Department]
Notes:
The Multi-Hazard Early Warning Decision Support System (MH-EWDSS) marks a major advancement in India’s disaster risk reduction and weather forecasting framework. It is developed by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) using open-source technology and in-house expertise. It is part of Mission Mausam, a digital transformation initiative, and was launched in 2024. It uses Geographic Information System (GIS) maps for real-time data collection, analysis, and dissemination.
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