India Disaster Resource Network (IDRN)
Science & Technology
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Background
IDRN represents a technological intervention in disaster management, highlighting the use of IT for governance and emergency response, relevant for GS2 (e-governance) and GS3 (Disaster Management, Science & Technology).
The India Disaster Resource Network (IDRN) is a nationwide electronic inventory and web-based platform designed to manage and provide real-time information on equipment, skilled human resources, and critical supplies essential for emergency response during disasters.
Facts & tables
- Nature
- Nation-wide electronic inventory and web-based platform
- Purpose
- Manages inventory of equipment, human resources, and critical supplies for emergency response
- Objective
- Enables decision-makers to ascertain availability and assess preparedness
- Data Source
- Collated from districts, states, and national level departments
| Type | Reference |
|---|---|
| Conceptual area | Disaster Management |
| Conceptual area | E-governance |
| Body | Role |
|---|---|
| National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) | Manages |
| Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) | Oversight |
Prelims angle
Prelims angle: Multi-statement analysis
Prelims angle: Factual recall
- Nation-wide electronic inventory.
- Web-based platform for emergency response.
- Manages equipment, human resources, critical supplies.
- Aids decision-makers in resource assessment.
- URL: idrn.nidm.gov.in.
| Year | Framing tags |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall |
| 2022 | Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall |
| 2017 | Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall |
Timeline
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Disaster Management
Conceptual area
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E-governance
Conceptual area
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Prelims 2017
Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall
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Prelims 2022
Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall
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Prelims 2026
Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall
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NATIONAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN
The India Disaster Resource Network (IDRN) is a web-based national inventory of equipment, human resources, and supplies for emergency response, enabling quick assessment and utilization of resources during disasters.
See also
Past papers
2017–2026 · 2 questions
In the news
NATIONAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN
The India Disaster Resource Network (IDRN) is a web-based national inventory of equipment, human resources, and supplies for emergency response, enabling quick assessment and utilization of resources during disasters.
Try these PYQs
Which of the following statements about Rare Earth Elements (REEs) and Critical Minerals is/are correct ?
1. Modern technological innovations including Artificial Intelligence, robotics and space exploration extensively utilise Rare Earth Elements (REEs).
2. China has the highest share in mining of REEs followed by India.
3. The Government of India launched the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) in 2025 to establish a robust framework for self-reliance in the critical mineral sector.
4. Rare Earth Elements are a set of 13 metallic elements.
Select the answer using the code given below :
Statement 1 is Correct: Rare Earth Elements (REEs) are indispensable for modern technological innovations. Their unique magnetic, luminescent, and electrochemical properties make them critical for artificial intelligence hardware, robotics, space exploration, electric vehicles, and advanced defense systems. Statement 2 is Incorrect: While China dominates global REE mining, accounting for roughly 69% of global production, the second-largest producer is the United States, followed by Myanmar and Australia. India ranks much lower globally and is not the second-largest producer. Statement 3 is Correct: The Government of India officially launched the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) in January 2025. The mission is a strategic blueprint designed to secure domestic and global supply chains, reduce import dependence, and establish a robust framework for self-reliance in critical minerals essential for clean energy and technology. Statement 4 is Incorrect: Rare Earth Elements are a set of 17 metallic elements, not 13. This group comprises the 15 lanthanides on the periodic table, along with scandium and yttrium, which share similar chemical properties and are typically found in the same ore deposits. Therefore, the correct option is A.
Organic Light Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) are used to create the digital display in many devices. What are the advantages of OLED displays over Liquid Crystal displays?
1. OLED displays can be fabricated on flexible plastic substrates.
2. Roll-up displays embedded in clothing can be made using OLEDs.
3. Transparent displays are possible using OLEDs.
Select the correct answer using the code given below
An organic light-emitting diode (OLED) is a light-emitting diode (LED) in which the emissive electroluminescent layer is a film of organic compound that emits light in response to an electric current. Statement 1 is correct: One of the key advantages of OLED technology is that the organic light-emitting materials can be deposited on flexible plastic or metal foil substrates, enabling the creation of flexible and foldable displays. Statement 2 is correct: The flexibility of OLED displays allows for the creation of roll-up or rollable displays, which can be integrated into clothing and other flexible surfaces. Statement 3 is correct: OLED display technology can be used to create transparent displays, where the light-emitting pixels can be made semi-transparent, allowing the display to be integrated into various surfaces and objects. Therefore, all three statements are correct.
Consider the following
1. Aarogya Setu
2. CoWIN
3. Digi Locker
4. DIKSHA
Which of the above are built on top of open-source digital platforms?
An open-source digital platform is essentially a software platform where the underlying code is freely available for anyone to see, modify, and distribute. This openness fosters collaboration, transparency, and innovation in software development. All of the above (1. Aarogya Setu, 2. CoWIN, 3. Digi Locker, 4. DIKSHA) are built on top of open-source digital platforms. - Aarogya Setu initially wasn't open-source, but the Indian government later made its source code available. - CoWIN leverages open-source software for its development. - DigiLocker utilizes an open-source platform called Digital Locker System.
- DIKSHA is built on the open-source platform Sunbird.