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    Section 16(1) proviso of the Environment (Protection)

    Act, 1986 provides defense if person proves offence committed:
    A By subordinate staff Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Without his knowledge or he exercised all due diligence to prevent commission Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Due to force majeure Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D With government approval Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E During emergency Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 16(1) proviso verbatim provides "nothing... shall render any such person liable... if he proves that the offence was committed without his knowledge or that he exercised all due diligence to prevent the commission of such offence."​

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