Practice Monitoring And Control Of Environmental Pollution (5) - Government Authorities and Their Roles

Practice: Monitoring and Control of Environmental Pollution

Lesson 5Government Authorities and Their Roles

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Question 1.
What does CPCB stand for?
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Think about the primary pollution monitor in India.
Question 2.
Name one responsibility of the SPCB.
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Consider what state agencies do regarding local industries.
3Question 3.
What is the primary role of the Central Pollution Control Board?
- To set traffic rules
- To monitor and control pollution
- To manage water supply
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Think about the core functions of environmental agencies.
4Question 4.
State Pollution Control Boards can issue permits to industries.
- True
- False
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Consider what local agencies do.
Question 5.
Propose a strategy for enhancing coordination between CPCB and SPCBs to manage a sudden increase in pollution levels due to industrial activities.
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Think about communication and data-sharing as key components.
Question 6.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the National Green Tribunal in curbing environmental violations with a specific example.
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Consider historical cases where NGT's intervention made a significant impact.

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