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Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

This quiz is designed to test your knowledge on the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981. The act aims to prevent, control, and abate air pollution in India. It empowers the Central and State Pollution Control Boards to enforce the provisions of the act.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In which year was the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act enacted?

  1. 1974
  2. 1981
  3. 1986
  4. 1991
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which ministry is responsible for implementing the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act?

  1. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
  2. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
  3. Ministry of Urban Development
  4. Ministry of Power
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the main objective of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act?

  1. To prevent and control air pollution
  2. To promote sustainable development
  3. To protect the environment
  4. To conserve natural resources
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a function of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)?

  1. To advise the Central Government on matters relating to air pollution
  2. To coordinate the activities of the State Pollution Control Boards
  3. To monitor and enforce the provisions of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act
  4. To conduct research on air pollution
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the penalty for violating the provisions of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act?

  1. Imprisonment for up to 5 years
  2. Fine of up to Rs. 1 lakh
  3. Both imprisonment and fine
  4. None of the above
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a type of air pollutant mentioned in the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act?

  1. Sulphur dioxide
  2. Nitrogen dioxide
  3. Carbon monoxide
  4. Lead
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS)?

  1. A set of standards for ambient air quality
  2. A set of standards for industrial emissions
  3. A set of standards for vehicle emissions
  4. A set of standards for indoor air quality
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a source of air pollution?

  1. Industries
  2. Vehicles
  3. Power plants
  4. Trees
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs) in the implementation of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act?

  1. To advise the State Government on matters relating to air pollution
  2. To coordinate the activities of the local bodies
  3. To monitor and enforce the provisions of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act
  4. All of the above
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a measure to control air pollution?

  1. Using cleaner fuels
  2. Installing pollution control devices
  3. Planting trees
  4. Using public transport
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the public in the implementation of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act?

  1. To report air pollution violations
  2. To participate in public hearings
  3. To file complaints against polluters
  4. All of the above
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not an air pollutant regulated under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act?

  1. Particulate matter
  2. Sulphur dioxide
  3. Nitrogen dioxide
  4. Carbon dioxide
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the maximum permissible level of particulate matter (PM10) in the ambient air as per the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS)?

  1. 100 µg/m³
  2. 60 µg/m³
  3. 50 µg/m³
  4. 40 µg/m³
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a function of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)?

  1. To advise the Central Government on matters relating to air pollution
  2. To coordinate the activities of the State Pollution Control Boards
  3. To monitor and enforce the provisions of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act
  4. To conduct research on air pollution
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the penalty for violating the provisions of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act?

  1. Imprisonment for up to 5 years
  2. Fine of up to Rs. 1 lakh
  3. Both imprisonment and fine
  4. None of the above
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