Question

Which of the following is true regarding the Environmental Protection Act 1986?

1. The Environmental Protection Act (EPA) is a key environmental legislation in India that was enacted in 1986.
2. The Environmental Protection Act (EPA) is a key environmental legislation in India that was enacted in 1974.
3. The aim of the act is to provide a comprehensive legal framework for the protection and improvement of the environment and the prevention of environmental pollution.
4. The EPA does not provides for public participation in environmental protection.

पर्याय

• I & II are true

• II & III are true

• III & IV are true

• I & III are true

Answer 1

I & III are true

Explanation:

The Environment (Protection) Act was enacted in 1986, and its aim is to provide a comprehensive legal framework for the protection and improvement of the environment and prevention of pollution; statements II and IV are incorrect.