Topic– Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc./ Disaster and disaster management.
4) The frequency of tropical cyclones has decreased ever so slightly over the last 70 years in the Indian Ocean season and Instead, a much higher frequency of high-intensity storms are being witnessed, in the light of recent onset of Cyclone Idai discuss role of human-induced climate change in such events.(250 words)
Why this question:
The question is in the backdrop of the Cyclone Idai that swept through Mozambique, Malawi and Zimbabwe over the past few days, the devastating cyclone that hit south-eastern Africa may be the worst ever disaster to strike the southern hemisphere.
Key demand of the question:
The answer must revolve around the role of human-induced climate change in such disastrous events. The cyclone Idai has led to devastating floods, killing and injuring thousands of people and ruining crops. More than 2.6 million people have been affected across the three countries. Thus the answer must highlight and discuss in detail the causes and consequences of such events.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you have to debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You have to give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin with quoting the facts related to cyclone Idai; location, impact spread etc.
Body:
Discuss in brief what are cyclones, their impact in general, then move on to explain the current context of Idai cyclone.
Then justify why – The frequency of tropical cyclones has decreased ever so slightly over the last 70 years in the Indian Ocean season and Instead, a much higher frequency of high-intensity storms are being witnessed.
Discuss the role of climate change, mainly the human induce ones.
Suggest measures to tackle such incidences – disaster management, early detection etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude with way forward – global efforts to tackle climate change and others.
