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    Question

    Consider the following statements regarding Section 5 of

    the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986: 1.      Central Government may issue directions notwithstanding anything contained in any other law 2.      Directions include power to direct closure, prohibition or regulation of any industry 3.      Recipient of directions shall be bound to comply 4.      Directions must be approved by Parliament Which of the above statements are correct?
    A 1, 2 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1, 2 and 4 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 2 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 1 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 1, 2, 3 and 4 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 5 provides directions notwithstanding other laws (opening clause), includes closure etc. (Explanation (a)), binding compliance (main clause), no parliamentary approval required.​

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