The conceptual framework of elements considered with the possibilities to minimize vulnerabilities and disaster risks throughout a society is _______.

DRR

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UNDP

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UNISDR

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None of these

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Solution

The correct option is A DRR
The most commonly cited definition of DRR is one used by UN agencies such as UNISDR, also known as the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction, and UNDP: "The conceptual framework of elements considered with the possibilities to minimize vulnerabilities and disaster risks throughout a society, to avoid (prevention) or to limit (mitigation and preparedness) the adverse impacts of hazards, within the broad context of sustainable development

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