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What does the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 deal with?
What does the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 deal with?
The declaration of National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries and their notification.
The Wildlife Protection Act protects only animals specified in Schedule I.
The Wildlife Protection Act protects only animals specified in Schedule I.
False
Which of the following concepts was introduced in the 2002 amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act?
Which of the following concepts was introduced in the 2002 amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act?
What penalty can be enforced under the Wildlife Protection Act for breaking any conditions of a license?
What penalty can be enforced under the Wildlife Protection Act for breaking any conditions of a license?
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When was the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act formulated?
When was the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act formulated?
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Match the following Acts with their primary focus:
Match the following Acts with their primary focus:
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What is one of the main objectives of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act?
What is one of the main objectives of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act?
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What role do Pollution Control Boards (PCBs) play under the Water Act?
What role do Pollution Control Boards (PCBs) play under the Water Act?
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Study Notes
Wildlife Protection Act
- Passed in 1972
- Establishes national parks and wildlife sanctuaries
- Sets up the structure of the State's wildlife management
- Prohibits hunting of animals listed in Schedules I to IV
- Includes plants in Schedule VI
- 2002 Amendment: Prevents commercial use of resources by locals
- Introduces Community Reserves
- Redefines terms like "animals" to include fish and "forest produce"
Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act
- Passed in 1974 to address pollution from industrial, agricultural, and household wastewater.
- Focuses on preventing and controlling water pollution
- Maintains or restores water wholesomeness
- Established Central and State Pollution Control Boards (PCBs)
Pollution Control Boards (PCBs)
- Monitor water pollution
- Investigate and assess pollution levels
- Punish polluters
- Implement measures for prevention and control
Central Board
- Advises the Central Government on water pollution issues
- Coordinates State Board activities
- Resolves disputes
- Provides technical guidance and training
State Boards
- Advises State Governments on water pollution issues
- Develops comprehensive pollution prevention programs
- Collects and disseminates pollution information
- Conducts research in collaboration with the Central Board.
- Offers training for professionals
- Inspects sewage and effluent treatment plants
- Develops economical and effective treatment methods
- Plans sewage utilization for agriculture
- Advises on industry locations
- Operates laboratories for pollution assessment
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This quiz covers the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 and the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act of 1974. It highlights key provisions, amendments, and the role of Pollution Control Boards in monitoring and controlling water pollution. Test your knowledge on these important environmental legislations.
