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Environmental Tribunals and Appellate Authorities: Case Studies

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What is the primary function of the National Green Tribunal (NGT)?

  1. To adjudicate environmental disputes

  2. To formulate environmental policies

  3. To conduct environmental impact assessments

  4. To monitor and enforce environmental regulations


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NGT is a specialized environmental court established to handle cases related to environmental protection and conservation.

Which of the following is not a type of case that can be heard by the NGT?

  1. Pollution-related disputes

  2. Forest conservation disputes

  3. Wildlife protection disputes

  4. Land acquisition disputes


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Land acquisition disputes are not within the jurisdiction of the NGT.

What is the role of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in environmental protection?

  1. To set and enforce environmental standards

  2. To monitor and assess environmental quality

  3. To grant environmental clearances

  4. To conduct environmental research and development


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The CPCB is responsible for setting and enforcing environmental standards for various pollutants and industries.

Which of the following is not a function of the State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs)?

  1. To monitor and assess environmental quality

  2. To grant environmental clearances

  3. To enforce environmental regulations

  4. To conduct environmental research and development


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Environmental research and development is not a function of the SPCBs.

What is the purpose of the Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) process?

  1. To assess the environmental impacts of proposed projects

  2. To ensure compliance with environmental regulations

  3. To develop environmental management plans

  4. To monitor and evaluate environmental performance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The EIA process is conducted to identify and evaluate the potential environmental impacts of a proposed project before it is approved.

Which of the following is not a component of the EIA process?

  1. Scoping

  2. Public consultation

  3. Environmental impact statement

  4. Environmental monitoring


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Environmental monitoring is not a component of the EIA process, but it is often conducted after a project is approved to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

What is the role of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) in environmental protection?

  1. To formulate environmental policies and regulations

  2. To coordinate environmental activities across different government agencies

  3. To provide financial assistance for environmental projects

  4. To conduct environmental research and development


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The MoEFCC is responsible for formulating environmental policies and regulations, as well as coordinating environmental activities across different government agencies.

Which of the following is not a function of the MoEFCC?

  1. To grant environmental clearances

  2. To monitor and enforce environmental regulations

  3. To conduct environmental research and development

  4. To provide financial assistance for environmental projects


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Monitoring and enforcing environmental regulations is the responsibility of the CPCB and SPCBs, not the MoEFCC.

What is the purpose of the Forest Rights Act, 2006?

  1. To recognize and protect the rights of forest-dwelling communities

  2. To promote sustainable forest management practices

  3. To prevent deforestation and forest degradation

  4. To conserve biodiversity and wildlife habitats


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Forest Rights Act, 2006 was enacted to recognize and protect the rights of forest-dwelling communities, including their rights to traditional forest use and occupation.

Which of the following is not a right recognized under the Forest Rights Act, 2006?

  1. The right to traditional forest use and occupation

  2. The right to collect forest produce

  3. The right to grazing and pasture

  4. The right to sell forest produce


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The right to sell forest produce is not a right recognized under the Forest Rights Act, 2006.

What is the purpose of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972?

  1. To protect wildlife and their habitats

  2. To prevent poaching and illegal wildlife trade

  3. To promote sustainable wildlife management practices

  4. To conserve biodiversity and ecosystem services


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 was enacted to protect wildlife and their habitats, as well as to prevent poaching and illegal wildlife trade.

Which of the following is not a protected species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972?

  1. Tiger

  2. Elephant

  3. Lion

  4. Leopard


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lion is not a protected species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

What is the purpose of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981?

  1. To prevent and control air pollution

  2. To set and enforce air quality standards

  3. To promote the use of clean energy technologies

  4. To reduce greenhouse gas emissions


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 was enacted to prevent and control air pollution, as well as to set and enforce air quality standards.

Which of the following is not a regulated pollutant under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981?

  1. Sulfur dioxide

  2. Nitrogen oxides

  3. Carbon monoxide

  4. Ozone


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ozone is not a regulated pollutant under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981.

What is the purpose of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974?

  1. To prevent and control water pollution

  2. To set and enforce water quality standards

  3. To promote the use of water-efficient technologies

  4. To reduce water consumption


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 was enacted to prevent and control water pollution, as well as to set and enforce water quality standards.

Which of the following is not a regulated pollutant under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974?

  1. Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD)

  2. Chemical oxygen demand (COD)

  3. Total suspended solids (TSS)

  4. Dissolved oxygen (DO)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dissolved oxygen (DO) is not a regulated pollutant under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974.

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