For the protection and improvement of the environmental quality, the Environment Protection Act came into force in the year .
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A.
1992
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B.
1986
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C.
1972
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D.
1984
Correct Answer:
B. 1986
Explanation:
The Environment (Protection) Act was established in 1986 to provide a comprehensive legal framework for the protection and improvement of environmental quality in India. Enacted in the wake of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy and to fulfill commitments made at the 1972 Stockholm Conference, this umbrella legislation empowers the central government to coordinate activities, set safety standards, and regulate hazardous substances to prevent pollution.
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