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Water Pollution Control Acts and Regulations

Description: This quiz covers the key aspects of various Water Pollution Control Acts and Regulations implemented in India.
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Which act was enacted in 1974 to provide for the prevention and control of water pollution in India?

  1. The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

  2. The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

  3. The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

  4. The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 is the primary legislation in India for the prevention and control of water pollution.

What is the purpose of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act, 1977?

  1. To impose a cess on industries discharging wastewater into water bodies

  2. To provide financial assistance to industries for installing pollution control devices

  3. To establish water quality standards for various water bodies

  4. To regulate the use of water for irrigation purposes

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act, 1977 imposes a cess on industries discharging wastewater into water bodies to generate funds for pollution control measures.

Which act was enacted in 1986 to provide for the protection and improvement of the environment, including the prevention and control of water pollution?

  1. The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

  2. The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

  3. The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

  4. The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 is a comprehensive legislation that provides for the protection and improvement of the environment, including the prevention and control of water pollution.

What is the role of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974?

  1. To monitor and enforce water quality standards

  2. To provide technical assistance to industries for pollution control

  3. To conduct research on water pollution control technologies

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) is responsible for monitoring and enforcing water quality standards, providing technical assistance to industries for pollution control, and conducting research on water pollution control technologies.

What are the main objectives of the National River Conservation Plan (NRCP)?

  1. To restore the water quality of polluted rivers

  2. To prevent further pollution of rivers

  3. To promote sustainable development in river basins

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National River Conservation Plan (NRCP) aims to restore the water quality of polluted rivers, prevent further pollution, and promote sustainable development in river basins.

Which act was enacted in 2003 to provide for the regulation and development of water resources in India?

  1. The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

  2. The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

  3. The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

  4. The Water Resources (Regulation and Development) Act, 2003

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Water Resources (Regulation and Development) Act, 2003 provides for the regulation and development of water resources in India.

What is the purpose of the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification, 2011?

  1. To regulate development activities in coastal areas

  2. To protect marine ecosystems and biodiversity

  3. To promote sustainable coastal development

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification, 2011 aims to regulate development activities in coastal areas, protect marine ecosystems and biodiversity, and promote sustainable coastal development.

Which act was enacted in 1984 to provide for the prevention and control of marine pollution in India?

  1. The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

  2. The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

  3. The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

  4. The Marine Pollution Prevention Act, 1984

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Marine Pollution Prevention Act, 1984 provides for the prevention and control of marine pollution in India.

What is the role of the State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs) under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974?

  1. To monitor and enforce water quality standards

  2. To provide technical assistance to industries for pollution control

  3. To conduct research on water pollution control technologies

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs) are responsible for monitoring and enforcing water quality standards, providing technical assistance to industries for pollution control, and conducting research on water pollution control technologies.

Which act was enacted in 1977 to provide for the prevention and control of pollution from ships?

  1. The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

  2. The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

  3. The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

  4. The Prevention of Pollution from Ships Act, 1977

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Prevention of Pollution from Ships Act, 1977 provides for the prevention and control of pollution from ships.

What is the purpose of the Bio-Medical Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 1998?

  1. To regulate the generation, collection, storage, transportation, treatment, and disposal of bio-medical waste

  2. To prevent the spread of infections and diseases

  3. To protect the environment from hazardous waste

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bio-Medical Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 1998 aim to regulate the generation, collection, storage, transportation, treatment, and disposal of bio-medical waste, prevent the spread of infections and diseases, and protect the environment from hazardous waste.

Which act was enacted in 1991 to provide for the prevention and control of pollution from hazardous substances?

  1. The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

  2. The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

  3. The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

  4. The Hazardous Substances (Management and Handling) Rules, 1989

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Hazardous Substances (Management and Handling) Rules, 1989 provide for the prevention and control of pollution from hazardous substances.

What is the role of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in enforcing environmental laws and regulations?

  1. To hear and dispose of cases related to environmental issues

  2. To enforce environmental laws and regulations

  3. To award compensation for environmental damage

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is responsible for hearing and disposing of cases related to environmental issues, enforcing environmental laws and regulations, and awarding compensation for environmental damage.

Which act was enacted in 2006 to provide for the regulation and management of water resources in India?

  1. The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

  2. The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

  3. The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

  4. The Water Resources (Regulation and Development) Act, 2006

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Water Resources (Regulation and Development) Act, 2006 provides for the regulation and management of water resources in India.

What is the purpose of the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016?

  1. To regulate the manufacture, import, sale, and use of plastic products

  2. To promote the use of recycled plastic

  3. To reduce plastic waste generation

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 aim to regulate the manufacture, import, sale, and use of plastic products, promote the use of recycled plastic, and reduce plastic waste generation.

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