environment medium MCQ

Under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, which authority has the power to take measures to protect and improve environmental quality?

  1. State Pollution Control Boards only
  2. Central Government
  3. Local Municipalities
  4. National Green Tribunal

Answer: Central Government

Section 3 of the EPA 1986 empowers the Central Government to take all necessary measures for environmental protection and improvement.

Topic Environmental Acts and Policies
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC
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