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    Question

    Section 2(e) of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

    defines "hazardous substance" as any substance or preparation which, by reason of its:
    A Quantity or volume, causes harm Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Chemical or physico-chemical properties or handling, is liable to cause harm to human beings, other living creatures, plant, micro-organism, property or the environment Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Cost or market value, endangers safety Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Colour or odour, affects health Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Origin or source, pollutes air Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 2(e) verbatim defines ""hazardous substance" means any substance or preparation which, by reason of its chemical or physico-chemical properties or handling, is liable to cause harm to human beings, other living creatures, plant, micro-organism, property or the environment."​

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