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What is the minimum penalty for a person who violates the provisions of section 7 or section 8 of the Environmental Protection Act?
What is the minimum penalty for a person who violates the provisions of section 7 or section 8 of the Environmental Protection Act?
- Fifteen lakh rupees
- One lakh rupees (correct)
- Fifty thousand rupees
- Ten thousand rupees
According to the Act, what is the maximum penalty for a company that violates any provision of the Act?
According to the Act, what is the maximum penalty for a company that violates any provision of the Act?
- Fifteen lakh rupees (correct)
- Five lakh rupees
- Fifty lakh rupees
- One lakh rupees
Which section of the Act outlines the procedural safeguards for handling hazardous substances?
Which section of the Act outlines the procedural safeguards for handling hazardous substances?
- Section 8 (correct)
- Section 12
- Section 7
- Section 5
What is the maximum penalty for a person who continues to violate the provisions of section 7 or section 8 after an initial penalty?
What is the maximum penalty for a person who continues to violate the provisions of section 7 or section 8 after an initial penalty?
Which of these actions is NOT a power granted to the government under the Environmental Protection Act?
Which of these actions is NOT a power granted to the government under the Environmental Protection Act?
What is the legal recourse available to a person who is aggrieved by directions issued under section 5 of the Act?
What is the legal recourse available to a person who is aggrieved by directions issued under section 5 of the Act?
What is the minimum penalty for a government department that violates any provision of the Environmental Protection Act?
What is the minimum penalty for a government department that violates any provision of the Environmental Protection Act?
Which of these is NOT a provision under the Environmental Protection Act for addressing pollution?
Which of these is NOT a provision under the Environmental Protection Act for addressing pollution?
Which section of the Act details the penalties for violating the emission and discharge standards for environmental pollutants?
Which section of the Act details the penalties for violating the emission and discharge standards for environmental pollutants?
What is the minimum penalty for a person who fails to comply with any provision of the Act, for which no specific penalty is provided?
What is the minimum penalty for a person who fails to comply with any provision of the Act, for which no specific penalty is provided?
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Environmental Protection Act
Environmental Protection Act
A law aimed at protecting the environment through regulations.
National Green Tribunal
National Green Tribunal
A specialized tribunal to handle environmental disputes and appeals.
Section 7 Compliance
Section 7 Compliance
Industries must not exceed emission standards set for pollutants.
Handling Hazardous Substances
Handling Hazardous Substances
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Environmental Laboratories
Environmental Laboratories
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Penalties for Non-Compliance (Section 14A)
Penalties for Non-Compliance (Section 14A)
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General Penalty Provisions
General Penalty Provisions
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Company Penalties
Company Penalties
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Government Department Penalties
Government Department Penalties
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Grievance Mechanism
Grievance Mechanism
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Study Notes
Environmental Protection Act
- Section 7 & 8 Contraventions: Individuals violating these sections face penalties.
- Penalty Amount: Minimum penalty is one lakh rupees, extending to fifteen lakh rupees per violation.
- Continuing Violations: Further penalties of fifty thousand rupees daily for each day a violation persists.
- Company Penalties: Companies violating the Act face a minimum penalty of one lakh rupees per violation, extendable to fifteen lakh rupees.
- Daily Penalty for Companies: One lakh rupees per violation as it continues.
- Government Department Penalties (Individual Level): The head of a department faces a penalty equivalent to one month's basic salary for violations of the act.
Appeals & Tribunals
- Appeals to National Green Tribunal: Persons aggrieved by directions issued under Section 5 (after commencement of the act) can appeal to the National Green Tribunal (established under Section 3) in accordance with the Tribunal Act 2010.
Environmental Pollution
- Industrial Emissions: No person can discharge or emit environmental pollutants exceeding prescribed standards.
- Hazardous Substances Handling: Handling hazardous substances requires specific procedures and safety measures.
Environmental Laboratories
- Central Government Powers: The Central Government can establish or recognize environmental laboratories.
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