Which body serves as the national authority for air

Q: Answer-Which body serves as the national authority for air pollution control under the Air Prevention and C...

Section 3 Central Pollution Control Board The CPCB, originally constituted under Section 3 of the Water Prevention and Control of Pollution Act, 1974, will also serve as the national authority for air pollution control under the Air Act, 1981. It retains all its powers and functions under the Water Act, while additionally taking responsibility for air pollution prevention and control.

pollution control under the Air Prevention and Control of Pollution Act, 1981?

A The National Green Tribunal Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

B The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

C The State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

D The Ministry of Environment and Forests Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Section 3 – Central Pollution Control Board

The CPCB, originally constituted under Section 3 of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, will also serve as the national authority for air pollution control under the Air Act, 1981.
It retains all its powers and functions under the Water Act, while additionally taking responsibility for air pollution prevention and control.

Practice Next

Relevant for Exams:

SJVN Executive Trainee

Thank You for posting your query. Please check your email for further guidance

Please Register/Login to Download Question