Terms Conventions Policies And Reports Ques 45

Question: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is mandatory under which one of the following India legislations:

Options:

A) Indian Forest Act

B) Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act

C) Wildlife Protection Act

D) Environment (Protection) Act

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

  • Under Environment (Protection) Act 1986, EIA is now mandatory for 29 categories of developmental activities which involve investment of more than Rs.50 Crores.