This document provides guidance and key questions to help evaluate progress on disaster risk reduction based on the Hyogo Framework for Action. It focuses on assessing national policies, plans, budgets, and programs related to disaster risk management across five priorities: ensuring DRR is a priority, risk assessment, promoting a culture of safety, reducing underlying risk factors, and strengthening preparedness. Progress is measured using core indicators and means of verification such as national frameworks, local participation, risk assessments, early warning systems, education, research, environmental protection, social programs, impact assessments, and emergency response plans.