Question

Explain briefly any five functions of Central Pollution Control Board.

Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) was constituted for presentation of control of all forms of pollution. Explain briefly any two functions of the board.

Answer 1

1. Advise the Central Government: The Central Pollution Control Board advises the Central Government on preventing and controlling water pollution.
2. Coordination with the State Board: The Central Pollution Control Board coordinates state board activities and resolves disputes.
3. Technical Assistance and Guidance to State Boards: The Central Pollution Control Board provides technical assistance and guidance to state boards, as well as conducts investigations and research on water pollution prevention, control, and abatement.
4. Training Programme: The Central Pollution Control Board organises training programmes for those involved in water pollution prevention, control, and abatement.
5. Organising Comprehensive Programme: The Central Pollution Control Board will launch a comprehensive media campaign to prevent and control water contamination.
6. Publication of Statistical and Technical Data: The Central Pollution Control Board collects and publishes technical and statistical data on water pollution and its prevention and control measures. It also creates manuals, codes, and guides for sewage and trade effluent treatment and disposal and disseminates related information.