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What is required for industries to operate in a declared Air Pollution Control Area?

APayment of carbon tax

BApproval from panchayat authorities

CClearance from Ministry of Mines

DConsent to Operate from SPCB

Answer:

D. Consent to Operate from SPCB

Read Explanation:

  • Section 21 mandates industries in air pollution control areas to obtain consent from the State Pollution Control Board before establishing or operating.


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