This document provides an introduction to disasters/calamities (k|sf]k) in Nepal. It defines k|sf]k as natural or man-made events that can cause loss of life, property damage, and economic disruption. Common types of k|sf]k in Nepal include floods, landslides, fires, earthquakes, droughts, and epidemics. The document discusses causes of k|sf]k such as natural factors and human activities. It also outlines short-term and long-term impacts of k|sf]k as well as their influence on poverty and development. The final sections cover disaster management, mitigation strategies, and the benefits of sustainable development for reducing k|sf]k