{"id":33032,"date":"2024-03-08T07:45:35","date_gmt":"2024-03-08T07:45:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=33032"},"modified":"2024-03-08T07:45:37","modified_gmt":"2024-03-08T07:45:37","slug":"droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/","title":{"rendered":"Droughts &#8211; Concept, Drought Management (India and International) &#8211; UPSC Environment Notes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Drought refers to a temporary decrease in water or moisture availability below the anticipated level for a specific duration.\u00a0<\/li><li>It manifests as significantly lower-than-average precipitation during a season that typically receives sufficient rainfall to support both cereal and non-cereal crops.<\/li><li>In India, the erratic nature of the summer monsoon, characterized by prolonged dry spells and high temperatures, contributes to drought conditions.\u00a0<\/li><li>On average, one out of every five years is categorized as a drought year nationwide, while in Rajasthan, this occurs approximately once in every three years.<\/li><li>Drought is a relative phenomenon, as its inadequacy is measured against prevailing agro-climatic conditions.\u00a0<\/li><li>Unlike aridity, which is a permanent condition, drought is a temporary situation.\u00a0<\/li><li>Regions classified as arid or semi-arid are more susceptible to drought due to their climatic characteristics.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/_j3Ef3rACAN7hvzXidzYDUS9CuAfhNlbrKMcDd9HJU9Mczs9_IKXRwo6ZJr4bT8bcBN1P7S4kKx5tt5nnH7u-73IhBWIjIEjqDvNILKLqVdoDvjxe8J_122kbrnDLGr-r22v8d3EtEx5gloBadhyRRk\" alt=\"DROUGHT\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><figcaption>DROUGHT<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e89863daf56\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e89863daf56\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#TYPES_AND_CAUSES_OF_DROUGHT\" title=\"TYPES AND CAUSES OF DROUGHT:\">TYPES AND CAUSES OF DROUGHT:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#1_Meteorological_Drought\" title=\"1. Meteorological Drought:\">1. Meteorological Drought:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#Causes_of_Meteorological_Droughts\" title=\"Causes of Meteorological Droughts:\">Causes of Meteorological Droughts:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#2_Hydrological_Drought\" title=\"2. Hydrological Drought:\">2. Hydrological Drought:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#Causes_of_Hydrological_Drought\" title=\"Causes of Hydrological Drought:\">Causes of Hydrological Drought:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#3_Agricultural_Drought\" title=\"3. Agricultural Drought:\">3. Agricultural Drought:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#Causes_of_Agricultural_Droughts\" title=\"Causes of Agricultural Droughts:\">Causes of Agricultural Droughts:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#4_Socio-Economic_Drought\" title=\"4. Socio-Economic Drought:\">4. Socio-Economic Drought:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#5_Ecological_Drought\" title=\"5. Ecological Drought:\">5. Ecological Drought:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#DROUGHT_MANAGEMENT\" title=\"DROUGHT MANAGEMENT\">DROUGHT MANAGEMENT<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#Drought_Intensity_Assessment_and_Monitoring\" title=\"Drought Intensity Assessment and Monitoring:\">Drought Intensity Assessment and Monitoring:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#Drought_Declaration_and_Prioritization_of_Affected_Areas\" title=\"Drought Declaration and Prioritization of Affected Areas:\">Drought Declaration and Prioritization of Affected Areas:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#Development_and_Implementation_of_Drought_Management_Strategies\" title=\"Development and Implementation of Drought Management Strategies:\">Development and Implementation of Drought Management Strategies:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#NDMA_Guidelines_for_Drought_Management\" title=\"NDMA Guidelines for Drought Management:\">NDMA Guidelines for Drought Management:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#FAQs_about_Droughts_and_Drought_Management\" title=\"FAQs about Droughts and Drought Management:\">FAQs about Droughts and Drought Management:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#1_What_is_drought_and_how_is_it_defined\" title=\"1. What is drought, and how is it defined?\">1. What is drought, and how is it defined?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#2_What_factors_contribute_to_drought_conditions_in_India\" title=\"2. What factors contribute to drought conditions in India?\">2. What factors contribute to drought conditions in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#3_What_are_the_different_types_of_droughts\" title=\"3. What are the different types of droughts?\">3. What are the different types of droughts?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#4_What_are_the_causes_of_meteorological_droughts\" title=\"4. What are the causes of meteorological droughts?\">4. What are the causes of meteorological droughts?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#5_How_does_drought_management_work_and_what_are_its_components\" title=\"5. How does drought management work, and what are its components?\">5. How does drought management work, and what are its components?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/droughts-concept-drought-management-india-and-international-upsc-environment-notes\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TYPES_AND_CAUSES_OF_DROUGHT\"><\/span><strong>TYPES AND CAUSES OF DROUGHT<\/strong>:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Meteorological_Drought\"><\/span><strong>1. Meteorological Drought:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>This type of drought occurs when there is a significant reduction in rainfall over a specific period compared to the climatological average for that area.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) defines a drought as a situation where the average annual rainfall is less than 75% of the normal.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The uneven distribution of rainfall, caused by erratic and concentrated precipitation patterns, often leads to frequent droughts despite India&#8217;s average annual rainfall of 110 cm.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_Meteorological_Droughts\"><\/span>Causes of Meteorological Droughts:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Below-average monsoon and lean rainfall.<\/li><li>Delayed onset or early withdrawal of monsoons.<\/li><li>Prolonged interruptions in monsoon activity.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Hydrological_Drought\"><\/span>2. Hydrological Drought:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>This type is characterized by a decrease in water levels, with surface water droughts affecting resources such as rivers, lakes, and reservoirs, while groundwater droughts involve a decline in groundwater levels.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_Hydrological_Drought\"><\/span>Causes of Hydrological Drought:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Extensive deforestation.<\/li><li>Environmentally harmful mining practices.<\/li><li>Excessive extraction of groundwater.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Agricultural_Drought\"><\/span>3. Agricultural Drought:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Agricultural drought occurs when soil moisture falls below the level required to sustain plant growth, resulting in crop failures due to erratic rainfall and insufficient soil moisture.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_Agricultural_Droughts\"><\/span><strong>Causes of Agricultural Droughts:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Excessive reliance on High Yielding Seeds (HYV) that demand more water and proper irrigation.<\/li><li>Alteration in cropping patterns, such as the increased cultivation of water-intensive crops like rice in regions with limited water availability.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Socio-Economic_Drought\"><\/span><strong>4. Socio-Economic Drought:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This type reflects a reduction in food availability and income loss resulting from crop failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Ecological_Drought\"><\/span><strong>5. Ecological Drought:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ecological drought occurs when the natural ecosystem&#8217;s productivity declines due to water shortages, leading to environmental damage such as the death of livestock, wildlife, and trees in forests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DROUGHT_MANAGEMENT\"><\/span><strong>DROUGHT MANAGEMENT<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Drought management involves a comprehensive approach encompassing three key components, each requiring a holistic strategy to ensure effective outcomes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drought_Intensity_Assessment_and_Monitoring\"><\/span><strong>Drought Intensity Assessment and Monitoring:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>This component focuses on assessing the severity of drought conditions and continuously monitoring the situation.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It involves utilizing various indicators to measure drought intensity, such as rainfall patterns, soil moisture levels, groundwater levels, and crop health.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Continuous monitoring helps in early detection of drought conditions, allowing for timely intervention and mitigation measures.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drought_Declaration_and_Prioritization_of_Affected_Areas\"><\/span><strong>Drought Declaration and Prioritization of Affected Areas:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Once drought conditions are identified, the next step is to declare drought and prioritize areas affected by it for effective management.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This involves analyzing the severity of drought impact on different regions, communities, and population groups.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Prioritization helps in allocating resources and implementing targeted interventions where they are most needed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Development_and_Implementation_of_Drought_Management_Strategies\"><\/span><strong>Development and Implementation of Drought Management Strategies:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>This component focuses on developing comprehensive strategies to manage drought effectively.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It includes measures to mitigate the impact of drought on various sectors such as agriculture, water resources, livestock, and human health.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Strategies may include water conservation measures, crop diversification, livestock management practices, and public health interventions.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Implementation of these strategies requires coordination among various stakeholders and government agencies.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NDMA_Guidelines_for_Drought_Management\"><\/span><strong>NDMA Guidelines for Drought Management:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) provides guidelines for effective drought management, which include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Development of Vulnerability Profiles:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>NDMA guidelines emphasize the importance of developing vulnerability profiles for regions, communities, and population groups. These profiles compile critical information related to drought vulnerability, which, when integrated into planning processes, enhances the identification and prioritization of specific areas for intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Establishment of Drought Management Cells (DMCs):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Specific Drought Management Cells are recommended to be set up at the state level under the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA). These DMCs are tasked with preparing vulnerability maps for their respective states, with a focus on arid and semi-arid areas that are most vulnerable to recurring droughts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>NDMA guidelines advocate for the utilization of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools and the role of the National Informatics Center (NIC) for online interaction and the availability of real-time drought-related information. This facilitates assessment, early warning, and decision-making processes during drought management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Assessment of Expected Damage:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>NDMA guidelines stress the importance of assessing expected damage caused by drought, including its impact on agricultural production, water resources, livestock, land degradation, deforestation, and human health. This assessment helps in planning and implementing appropriate response measures to mitigate the effects of drought on affected sectors and communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_about_Droughts_and_Drought_Management\"><\/span><strong>FAQs about Droughts and Drought Management:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_drought_and_how_is_it_defined\"><\/span>1. What is drought, and how is it defined?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Drought refers to a temporary decrease in water or moisture availability below the anticipated level for a specific duration. It manifests as significantly lower-than-average precipitation during a season that typically receives sufficient rainfall to support both cereal and non-cereal crops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_factors_contribute_to_drought_conditions_in_India\"><\/span>2. What factors contribute to drought conditions in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The erratic nature of the summer monsoon, characterized by prolonged dry spells and high temperatures, contributes to drought conditions in India. On average, one out of every five years is categorized as a drought year nationwide, while in Rajasthan, this occurs approximately once in every three years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_are_the_different_types_of_droughts\"><\/span>3. What are the different types of droughts?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: There are several types of droughts, including meteorological, hydrological, agricultural, socio-economic, and ecological droughts. Each type is characterized by different factors and impacts, such as reduced rainfall, water shortages, crop failures, and economic losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_are_the_causes_of_meteorological_droughts\"><\/span>4. What are the causes of meteorological droughts?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Meteorological droughts occur due to below-average monsoon rainfall, delayed onset or early withdrawal of monsoons, and prolonged interruptions in monsoon activity. The uneven distribution of rainfall also contributes to frequent droughts despite India&#8217;s average annual rainfall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_does_drought_management_work_and_what_are_its_components\"><\/span>5. How does drought management work, and what are its components?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Drought management involves a comprehensive approach consisting of three key components: drought intensity assessment and monitoring, drought declaration and prioritization of affected areas, and development and implementation of drought management strategies. 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