Awareness on Environment Quality Act 1974

What does EQA 1974 stand for?

• Environmental Quality Act 1974

• Environmental Quality Agency 1974

• Environmental Quality Agreement 1974

• Environmental Quality Amendment 1974

• None of the above

Which government agency is responsible for enforcing EQA 1974 in Malaysia?

• Department of Environment (DOE)

• Ministry of Environment and Water (KASA)

• National Water Services Commission (SPAN)

• Ministry of Energy, Science, Technology, Environment, and Climate Change (MESTECC)

• None of the above

What is the primary objective of EQA 1974?

• To protect and enhance the quality of the environment

• To promote industrial growth without environmental consideration

• To encourage pollution without repercussions

• To support illegal disposal of hazardous waste

• None of the above

Which of the following is NOT a category of scheduled waste under EQA 1974?

• Toxic and hazardous waste

• Non-toxic and non-hazardous waste

• Special waste

• Scheduled waste that is radioactive

• All of the above are categories of scheduled waste

What is the penalty for non-compliance with EQA 1974, including illegal disposal of scheduled waste?

• Fine and imprisonment

• Verbal warning

• Community service

• Written warning

• None of the above

Which agency is responsible for issuing Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) approvals under EQA 1974?

• Department of Environment (DOE)

• National Hydraulic Research Institute of Malaysia (NAHRIM)

• Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (NRE)

• Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID)

• None of the above

What is the purpose of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) under EQA 1974?

• To assess and mitigate potential environmental impacts of a proposed project

• To expedite the approval process for projects

• To encourage projects with high environmental risks

• To bypass environmental regulations

• None of the above

Which of the following is an example of a prohibited activity under EQA 1974?

• Discharging pollutants into water bodies without a permit

• Proper disposal of scheduled waste

• Conducting an EIA for a small-scale project

• Constructing a wildlife sanctuary

• None of the above

What is the role of the National Water Services Commission (SPAN) in environmental compliance?

• Regulating and supervising water supply services

• Enforcing air quality standards

• Managing wildlife conservation areas

• None of the above

• All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a component of Malaysia's Environmental Quality Standards (EQS) under EQA 1974?

• Air Quality Standards

• Water Quality Standards

• Soil Quality Standards

• Noise Quality Standards

• All of the above are components of EQS