SBI PO 28 June 2014 Paper

Directions (191–200) :
In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed below the passage and against each, five words are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word in each case.
Generally a disaster (191) in significant loss in social, psychological, and economic aspects. It not only (192) to structural damages, but also leaves families torn apart, children orphaned,livelihoods destroyed, and communities traumatized.
Nonstructural factors such as lack of responsiveness of government officials and ineffective leadership are mainly (193) for any disaster mismanagement. India is (194) to a variety of natural and man-made disasters. Strong and effective emergency management has been a felt (195) in all corners of the world. Effective policies play a vital role in mitigating the impact of disasters and (196) likely losses of life and property.
Economic resources are important for any disaster management. (197) it has been recognized that economic resources did not necessarily translate into greater investment in this do mam, as there is no (198) of issues that demanded governments’ attention and resources. Disaster management has (199) acquired importance in the agenda of governance, unless there is a major natural or man-made disaster. The major shortcomings observed in Indian disaster management, along with their probable solutions, are discussed (200) an important basis.