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    Question

    Section 7 states that: “No person carrying on

    any industry, operation or process shall discharge or emit any environmental pollutant in excess of such standards as may be prescribed.” Which of the following best represents the legal nature of this provision? 
    A It is directory only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B It imposes a strict liability standard Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C It applies only when the Central Government issues a special order Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D It applies only to hazardous industries Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E It exempts government-owned industries Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 7 imposes an absolute statutory prohibition, making it a strict liability obligation: no entity may exceed prescribed pollution limits, irrespective of intention or negligence.

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