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Federalism and Environmental Protection

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Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to enact laws for the protection of the environment?

  1. Article 48A

  2. Article 51A(g)

  3. Article 246

  4. Article 253


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Article 246 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to enact laws for the protection of the environment. This includes laws related to air, water, and land pollution, as well as the conservation of forests and wildlife.

Which of the following is not a concurrent subject under the Indian Constitution?

  1. Education

  2. Health

  3. Environment

  4. Agriculture


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Agriculture is not a concurrent subject under the Indian Constitution. It is a state subject, which means that the state governments have the primary responsibility for enacting laws and policies related to agriculture.

Which of the following is a key principle of federalism in India?

  1. Cooperative federalism

  2. Competitive federalism

  3. Dual federalism

  4. Fiscal federalism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cooperative federalism is a key principle of federalism in India. It emphasizes the need for cooperation and coordination between the central and state governments in order to achieve common goals. This principle is reflected in the various mechanisms for intergovernmental cooperation, such as the Inter-State Council and the National Development Council.

Which of the following is an example of cooperative federalism in India?

  1. The enactment of the National Environment Policy by the central government

  2. The implementation of the National Environment Policy by the state governments

  3. The establishment of the Central Pollution Control Board

  4. The creation of the National Green Tribunal


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The implementation of the National Environment Policy by the state governments is an example of cooperative federalism in India. It demonstrates the cooperation between the central and state governments in achieving a common goal, which is the protection of the environment.

Which of the following is a key challenge to federalism in India?

  1. The lack of cooperation between the central and state governments

  2. The overlapping of powers between the central and state governments

  3. The lack of financial resources at the state level

  4. The lack of political will to implement environmental laws


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The lack of cooperation between the central and state governments is a key challenge to federalism in India. This can lead to conflicts and disputes between the two levels of government, which can hinder the effective implementation of environmental laws and policies.

Which of the following is an example of the overlapping of powers between the central and state governments in India?

  1. The enactment of the National Environment Policy by the central government

  2. The implementation of the National Environment Policy by the state governments

  3. The establishment of the Central Pollution Control Board

  4. The creation of the National Green Tribunal


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The establishment of the Central Pollution Control Board is an example of the overlapping of powers between the central and state governments in India. Both the central and state governments have the power to establish pollution control boards, which can lead to conflicts and disputes between the two levels of government.

Which of the following is a key factor that contributes to the lack of financial resources at the state level in India?

  1. The high level of poverty in India

  2. The large size of the Indian population

  3. The lack of economic development in some states

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above factors contribute to the lack of financial resources at the state level in India. The high level of poverty means that the states have less revenue to spend on environmental protection. The large size of the Indian population means that the states have to provide a wide range of services, which can strain their budgets. The lack of economic development in some states means that they have less revenue to generate.

Which of the following is a key factor that contributes to the lack of political will to implement environmental laws in India?

  1. The influence of powerful industries

  2. The lack of public awareness about environmental issues

  3. The lack of political leadership on environmental issues

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above factors contribute to the lack of political will to implement environmental laws in India. The influence of powerful industries can lead to politicians being reluctant to take action that could harm those industries. The lack of public awareness about environmental issues can make it difficult for politicians to justify taking action on those issues. The lack of political leadership on environmental issues can also make it difficult to build public support for environmental protection.

Which of the following is a key recommendation of the Sarkaria Commission on Centre-State Relations?

  1. The establishment of a National Environment Commission

  2. The creation of a National Green Tribunal

  3. The enactment of a National Environment Policy

  4. The establishment of a Central Pollution Control Board


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The establishment of a National Environment Commission is a key recommendation of the Sarkaria Commission on Centre-State Relations. The Commission recommended that the National Environment Commission be established to advise the central government on environmental issues and to coordinate the activities of the central and state governments in the field of environmental protection.

Which of the following is a key recommendation of the Punchhi Commission on Centre-State Relations?

  1. The establishment of a National Environment Commission

  2. The creation of a National Green Tribunal

  3. The enactment of a National Environment Policy

  4. The establishment of a Central Pollution Control Board


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The creation of a National Green Tribunal is a key recommendation of the Punchhi Commission on Centre-State Relations. The Commission recommended that the National Green Tribunal be established to adjudicate environmental disputes and to enforce environmental laws.

Which of the following is a key provision of the National Environment Policy?

  1. The establishment of a National Environment Commission

  2. The creation of a National Green Tribunal

  3. The enactment of a National Environment Act

  4. The establishment of a Central Pollution Control Board


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The enactment of a National Environment Act is a key provision of the National Environment Policy. The Act would provide a comprehensive framework for environmental protection in India and would address issues such as air pollution, water pollution, and land pollution.

Which of the following is a key provision of the National Environment Act?

  1. The establishment of a National Environment Commission

  2. The creation of a National Green Tribunal

  3. The establishment of a Central Pollution Control Board

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are key provisions of the National Environment Act. The Act establishes a National Environment Commission, creates a National Green Tribunal, and establishes a Central Pollution Control Board. These institutions are all responsible for implementing and enforcing environmental laws and policies in India.

Which of the following is a key challenge to the effective implementation of environmental laws and policies in India?

  1. The lack of cooperation between the central and state governments

  2. The overlapping of powers between the central and state governments

  3. The lack of financial resources at the state level

  4. The lack of political will to implement environmental laws


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above are key challenges to the effective implementation of environmental laws and policies in India. The lack of cooperation between the central and state governments, the overlapping of powers between the central and state governments, the lack of financial resources at the state level, and the lack of political will to implement environmental laws all make it difficult to effectively protect the environment in India.

Which of the following is a key recommendation of the Supreme Court of India for the effective implementation of environmental laws and policies?

  1. The establishment of a National Environment Commission

  2. The creation of a National Green Tribunal

  3. The enactment of a National Environment Act

  4. The establishment of a Central Pollution Control Board


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The creation of a National Green Tribunal is a key recommendation of the Supreme Court of India for the effective implementation of environmental laws and policies. The Supreme Court has held that the National Green Tribunal is necessary to provide a specialized forum for the adjudication of environmental disputes and to ensure the effective enforcement of environmental laws.

Which of the following is a key recommendation of the Law Commission of India for the effective implementation of environmental laws and policies?

  1. The establishment of a National Environment Commission

  2. The creation of a National Green Tribunal

  3. The enactment of a National Environment Act

  4. The establishment of a Central Pollution Control Board


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The enactment of a National Environment Act is a key recommendation of the Law Commission of India for the effective implementation of environmental laws and policies. The Law Commission has held that the National Environment Act is necessary to provide a comprehensive framework for environmental protection in India and to address issues such as air pollution, water pollution, and land pollution.

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