Explanation –

Statement 1 is correct. The National Landslide Susceptibility Mapping (NLSM) Programme is a project initiated by the Government of India to create a dynamic National Landslide Susceptibility Geodatabase for India. The program aims to generate a comprehensive, spatially explicit database of landslide susceptibility at a national level using advanced remote sensing, geoinformatics, and field validation techniques. The database is intended to serve as a critical input for disaster management, land-use planning, and infrastructure development.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The National Landslide Susceptibility Map (NLSM) does not focus on developing mitigation strategies for all landslide-prone regions. Mitigation strategies are typically developed at the state or local level based on the specific geology, topography, and socio-economic conditions of the region. The NLSM serves as a tool to inform these strategies by identifying areas with high landslide susceptibility and the potential impact of landslides on communities and infrastructure.

Source: Forum IAS