For the protection and improvement of the environmental quality, the Environment Protection Act came into force in the year _________.
-
A.
1984
-
B.
1972
-
C.
1992
-
D.
1986
Correct Answer:
D. 1986
Explanation:
The Environment Protection Act was enacted by the Parliament of India in 1986 under Article 253 of the Constitution. This legislation was introduced in the wake of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy to provide a comprehensive framework for the coordination of central and state authorities in protecting and improving the environment. It grants the central government the power to protect environmental quality, control pollution, and manage hazardous substances through various regulatory measures. Therefore, 1986 is the correct year when this landmark act came into force.
Click below to open Discussion & Feedback
0 Issues
Please
login to comment or Report Issues.