Question

Which body is empowered under the Act to set air quality standards and regulate air pollution?

• A. Ministry of Forest and Climate Change
• B. Central & State Pollution Control Boards (CPCB & SPCBs)
• C. Forest Advisory Committee
• D. National Biodiversity Authority

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Central & State Pollution Control Boards (CPCB & SPCBs)

• CPCB and SPCBs are empowered to set and enforce air quality standards under the provisions of the Air Act, 1981.