MEVE-015 IGNOU Guess Paper 2026-27

Course Scope & Syllabus Overview

MEVE-015 Disaster Management, part of the Master of Arts (Environmental Studies) programme, follows the IGNOU CBCS framework. The course integrates theoretical foundations of hazard analysis, risk assessment, and emergency response with practical case studies drawn from recent national and international disasters. It aims to equip students with analytical tools for planning, mitigation, and coordination across sectors, aligning with the university’s emphasis on interdisciplinary environmental governance.

The exam‑preparation guide consolidates solved question papers from the last decade (both June and December cycles) and presents a chapter‑wise weightage chart. It highlights the most frequently reappearing questions, enabling targeted revision. Additionally, the guide offers 3‑hour time‑management strategies, including section‑wise pacing, question prioritisation, and quick review techniques, ensuring students can navigate the exam efficiently and confidently.

• Block‑1 Disaster Preparedness and Mitigation: Covers hazard identification, prevention strategies, community‑based preparedness, and infrastructure resilience.
• Block‑2 Risk Assessment and Vulnerability: Focuses on quantitative and qualitative risk analysis, vulnerability mapping, and socio‑economic impact assessment.
• Block‑3 Disaster Medical Management: Addresses triage systems, medical logistics, emergency health protocols, and public health emergencies.
• Block‑4 Agencies and Government in Disaster Preparedness: Explores roles of national and local agencies, policy frameworks, inter‑agency coordination, and legal mandates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the marking scheme for the MEVE‑015 exam?
A: The exam carries 100 marks, divided into four sections: 25 marks each for Disaster Preparedness, Risk Assessment, Medical Management, and Agency Coordination, with a 3‑hour duration.

Q: How many questions are typically asked from each block?
A: Approximately 10 to 12 questions per block, reflecting the weightage distribution highlighted in the guide.