Question: Read the following statements regarding coastal conservation in India.
(i) Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Rules proposes to remove the ban on reclamation of land in coastal areas for commercial or tourism activities even in ecologically-sensitive areas. (ii) Agenda 21 focuses on reduction in fishing activities. Choose the correct option.
Options:
A) (i)
B) (ii)
C) both (i) and (ii)
D) none of the above
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
- There have been major changes in land-use along the coast after the implementation of Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Rules. The rule proposes to remove the ban on reclamation of land in coastal areas for commercial or tourism activities even in ecologically-sensitive areas. Agenda 21 has resulted in better living standards of the coastal population, ensuring reduction in the degradation of coastal area due to pollution, marine erosion, loss of resources and habitat destruction.
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