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APSC Answer Writing (Daily) based on Assam Tribune – 24/04/2026

For APSC CCE and other Assam Competitive examinations aspirants, practicing Daily Answer Writing is vital. This blog covers the most important Main question and its model Answer from the Assam Tribune today (24-04-2026).

📝 GS Mains Model Question

Q. “Urban flooding in Indian cities reflects systemic governance and accountability failures.”
Examine in the context of recent developments in Assam.

✍️ Model Answer

🔹 Introduction

Urban flooding has become a recurrent challenge in Indian cities, particularly in rapidly urbanizing regions like Guwahati. While heavy rainfall acts as a trigger, the persistence of flooding indicates deeper institutional and governance failures, especially in infrastructure management and accountability.

🔹 Nature of the Problem

Frequent waterlogging even after moderate rainfall
Poorly maintained drainage systems
Infrastructure projects contributing to blockage (e.g., clogged culverts)

👉 Recent instance: Administrative action against a construction firm for failing to maintain drainage along NH stretches, leading to severe waterlogging.

🔹 Governance and Accountability Failures

A. Institutional Negligence

Lack of regular desiltation
Failure to follow pre-monsoon preparedness

B. Weak Accountability Mechanisms

Contractors not held responsible
Delayed administrative action

C. Poor Urban Planning

Ignoring hydrological patterns
Encroachment of natural drainage systems

D. Coordination Deficits

Multiple agencies with overlapping responsibilities
Lack of integrated response

🔹 Legal and Policy Dimension

Use of Disaster Management Act, 2005:
- Enables penal action for negligence
- Highlights shift towards accountability

👉 However, enforcement remains inconsistent.

🔹 Impacts

Traffic congestion and economic loss
Public health risks (water-borne diseases)
Increased disaster vulnerability
Loss of public trust

🔹 Challenges

Rapid urban expansion
Infrastructure deficits
Climate variability intensifying rainfall
Weak monitoring systems

🔹 Way Forward

1. Strengthen Accountability Framework

Fix responsibility of contractors and officials

2. Scientific Urban Planning

Integrate drainage and land-use planning

3. Regular Maintenance

Continuous desiltation and monitoring

4. Technological Integration

GIS-based drainage mapping
Real-time monitoring systems

5. Institutional Coordination

Unified command structure

🔹 Conclusion

Urban flooding is not merely a natural phenomenon but a manifestation of systemic governance failures. Strengthening accountability, planning, and institutional coordination is essential for building resilient and sustainable cities.

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