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Which of these objectives was NOT included in the British Government's first Forest Policy in 1884?
Which of these objectives was NOT included in the British Government's first Forest Policy in 1884?
What was the purpose of the Forest Act of 1927, enacted by the British government?
What was the purpose of the Forest Act of 1927, enacted by the British government?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the impact of the Government of India Act of 1935 on forest management?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the impact of the Government of India Act of 1935 on forest management?
Which of the following Acts was NOT enacted by the British Government for controlling air pollution?
Which of the following Acts was NOT enacted by the British Government for controlling air pollution?
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What was the main reason for the British Government's enactment of the Indian Penal Code, 1860?
What was the main reason for the British Government's enactment of the Indian Penal Code, 1860?
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What is the primary focus of the Indian Easement Act of 1862?
What is the primary focus of the Indian Easement Act of 1862?
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Which of the following legislation was enacted to address water pollution?
Which of the following legislation was enacted to address water pollution?
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What is the significance of the British Government's legislation regarding wildlife protection?
What is the significance of the British Government's legislation regarding wildlife protection?
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What was the primary motivation behind the British onslaught on India's forests during the early days of their rule?
What was the primary motivation behind the British onslaught on India's forests during the early days of their rule?
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What was the role of the Conservator of Forests appointed in 1806?
What was the role of the Conservator of Forests appointed in 1806?
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Who was the first Inspector General of Forest in India?
Who was the first Inspector General of Forest in India?
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What significant change occurred in the management of forests in the second half of the 19th century?
What significant change occurred in the management of forests in the second half of the 19th century?
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Which act was first enacted to establish state monopoly rights over forests?
Which act was first enacted to establish state monopoly rights over forests?
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What was one of the primary objectives of the forest department under the Inspector General?
What was one of the primary objectives of the forest department under the Inspector General?
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What significant change did the Forest Act, 1878 bring to forest management?
What significant change did the Forest Act, 1878 bring to forest management?
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What was a critical factor that hindered the success of early conservation efforts in forests?
What was a critical factor that hindered the success of early conservation efforts in forests?
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What was the punishment for causing muddy water in ancient India?
What was the punishment for causing muddy water in ancient India?
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What punishment was imposed on those who killed animals or birds under state protection?
What punishment was imposed on those who killed animals or birds under state protection?
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What was the punishment for throwing waste on the roads in ancient India?
What was the punishment for throwing waste on the roads in ancient India?
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Which of the following was NOT explicitly mentioned as a creature protected by Ashoka's laws?
Which of the following was NOT explicitly mentioned as a creature protected by Ashoka's laws?
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What was the general attitude towards environmental conservation in ancient India, according to the text?
What was the general attitude towards environmental conservation in ancient India, according to the text?
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What was the prescribed punishment for urinating near a well or pond?
What was the prescribed punishment for urinating near a well or pond?
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How long did the environmental conservation practices mentioned in the text last?
How long did the environmental conservation practices mentioned in the text last?
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What was the primary source of environmental ethics in ancient India, as mentioned in the text?
What was the primary source of environmental ethics in ancient India, as mentioned in the text?
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What is the primary aim of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act passed in 1974?
What is the primary aim of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act passed in 1974?
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Which article added in the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 emphasizes the state's duty toward environmental protection?
Which article added in the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 emphasizes the state's duty toward environmental protection?
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What does Article 51A(g) of the Constitution of India state as a fundamental duty of citizens?
What does Article 51A(g) of the Constitution of India state as a fundamental duty of citizens?
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What was the purpose of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act, enacted in 1977?
What was the purpose of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act, enacted in 1977?
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What was one of the recommendations made by the Tiwari Committee in its report in 1980?
What was one of the recommendations made by the Tiwari Committee in its report in 1980?
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What was the primary purpose of the Forest (Conservation) Act enacted in 1980?
What was the primary purpose of the Forest (Conservation) Act enacted in 1980?
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Which Act was amended in 1987 to include provisions against noise pollution?
Which Act was amended in 1987 to include provisions against noise pollution?
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What governmental body was established based on the recommendations of the Tiwari Committee?
What governmental body was established based on the recommendations of the Tiwari Committee?
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Which agency was formed as part of the Ministry of Environment and Forests established in 1985?
Which agency was formed as part of the Ministry of Environment and Forests established in 1985?
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Which of these eco-specific organizations was created during the 1980s?
Which of these eco-specific organizations was created during the 1980s?
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In what year was the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Rules established?
In what year was the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Rules established?
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The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Rules were established in which year?
The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Rules were established in which year?
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Which body was established to monitor Indian National Aquatic Resources?
Which body was established to monitor Indian National Aquatic Resources?
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The Wild Life (Protection) licensing Rules relate to which Act?
The Wild Life (Protection) licensing Rules relate to which Act?
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What agency focuses on the environmental education sector?
What agency focuses on the environmental education sector?
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Which committee focuses on environmental research and advisory services?
Which committee focuses on environmental research and advisory services?
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What was the main aim of the 'Project Elephant' initiated in 1991-92?
What was the main aim of the 'Project Elephant' initiated in 1991-92?
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Which document declared the government's commitment to abate pollution in February 1992?
Which document declared the government's commitment to abate pollution in February 1992?
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What does the National Environment Tribunal Act aim to provide strict liability for?
What does the National Environment Tribunal Act aim to provide strict liability for?
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What is one of the objectives of the National Conservation Strategy and Policy Statement?
What is one of the objectives of the National Conservation Strategy and Policy Statement?
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When was the National Environment Tribunal established?
When was the National Environment Tribunal established?
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What significant policy was made by the Ministry of Environment and Forests in June 1992?
What significant policy was made by the Ministry of Environment and Forests in June 1992?
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What were the Chemical Accidents Rules designed to address?
What were the Chemical Accidents Rules designed to address?
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Which act provided for the creation of a National Environment Tribunal?
Which act provided for the creation of a National Environment Tribunal?
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Public Liability Insurance Rules
Public Liability Insurance Rules
Regulations made under the Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991 to manage liability in accidents.
Project Elephant
Project Elephant
Initiative launched in 1991-92 aimed to secure elephant populations and address human-elephant conflicts.
National Conservation Strategy
National Conservation Strategy
A comprehensive policy established in 1992 to integrate environmental considerations into development.
Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution
Policy Statement for Abatement of Pollution
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National Environment Tribunal Act
National Environment Tribunal Act
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Chemical Accidents Rules
Chemical Accidents Rules
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Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
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Steering Committee on Project Elephant
Steering Committee on Project Elephant
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Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1974
Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1974
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Pollution Control Boards
Pollution Control Boards
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42nd Amendment Act
42nd Amendment Act
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Article 48A
Article 48A
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Fundamental Duties
Fundamental Duties
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Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act 1977
Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act 1977
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Tiwari Committee
Tiwari Committee
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National Committee on Environmental Planning
National Committee on Environmental Planning
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First Forest Policy
First Forest Policy
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Objectives of Forest Policy
Objectives of Forest Policy
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Forest Categories
Forest Categories
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Forest Act of 1927
Forest Act of 1927
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Land Use Policy
Land Use Policy
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Provincial Forest Laws
Provincial Forest Laws
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Water Pollution Legislation
Water Pollution Legislation
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Air Pollution Control
Air Pollution Control
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Forest (Conservation) Act
Forest (Conservation) Act
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Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act
Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act
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Wild Life (Protection) Act
Wild Life (Protection) Act
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Central and State Pollution Control Boards
Central and State Pollution Control Boards
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Department of Environment
Department of Environment
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Ministry of Environment and Forests
Ministry of Environment and Forests
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National Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Agency
National Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Agency
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Environmental Information System (ENVIS)
Environmental Information System (ENVIS)
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British rule and forest exploitation
British rule and forest exploitation
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Military and construction demands
Military and construction demands
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First Forest Act 1865
First Forest Act 1865
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Dietrich Brandis
Dietrich Brandis
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Forest conservation failures
Forest conservation failures
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Inspector General's responsibilities
Inspector General's responsibilities
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Reserved Forests
Reserved Forests
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Power expansion of the State
Power expansion of the State
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Wildlife Protection
Wildlife Protection
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Fine for Killing
Fine for Killing
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Wildlife Sanctuaries
Wildlife Sanctuaries
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Environmental Sanctions
Environmental Sanctions
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King Ashoka's Edicts
King Ashoka's Edicts
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Hindu Environmental Ethics
Hindu Environmental Ethics
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Royal Responsibility
Royal Responsibility
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Myth of Inexhaustibility
Myth of Inexhaustibility
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Study Notes
History of Environmental Protection in India
- Indian environmental law's evolution tracked four periods: ancient, medieval, British, and post-independence.
- Ancient India revered forests, wildlife, and trees, with detailed descriptions in scriptures like the Vedas, Puranas, and Upanishads.
- The Rig Veda underscored nature's role in climate and fertility.
- The Atharva Veda associated trees with gods and goddesses.
- The Yajur Veda promoted mutual respect for nature and animals.
- Vedic texts prohibited cutting trees and outlined penalties.
- The Hindu society recognized environmental damage from deforestation and species extinction.
- Texts like the Srimad Bhagavatam emphasized reverence for nature.
- Yajnavalkya Smriti and Charak Samhita guided water usage and purity.
- Ancient Hindu scriptures discouraged killing birds and animals.
Environmental Protection in Ancient India
- Forests, wildlife, and trees held high esteem in Hindu theology.
- Vedas, Puranas, Upanishads detailed ecological importance of trees and plants.
- Rig Vedic texts highlighted nature's role in climate control and fertility.
- Atharva Veda viewed trees as abodes of deities.
- Yajur Veda promoted respect and kindness towards nature and animals.
- Vedic period prohibited cutting living trees, prescribing punishments.
- Hindu society demonstrated awareness of environmental consequences of deforestation.
- Texts like Srimad Bhagavatam emphasized respect for all living things.
- Yajnavalkya Smriti and Charak Samhita emphasized water purity.
- Ancient Hindu scriptures clearly prohibited killing birds and animals.
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Explore the historical significance of environmental protection in ancient India through its sacred texts. This quiz delves into the reverence for nature found in the Vedas, Upanishads, and other scripture, highlighting ancient laws and practices that promoted ecological balance. Discover how these ancient principles influence modern environmental thought.