Environmental Laws and Constitutional Articles

This video tutorial covers various environmental legislation, including acts related to water and air pollution, environmental protection, biodiversity, and more. It also discusses important constitutional articles that emphasize the state's duty to protect the environment and public health. Key acts such as the Water Prevention and Control of Pollution Act, Air Prevention and Control of Pollution Act, and the Environmental Protection Act are highlighted, along with their years of enactment. The video concludes with a focus on the responsibilities of citizens and the state in safeguarding the environment.

Which year was the Water Prevention and Control of Pollution Act enacted?

• 1974

• 1986

• 1977

• 1981

What is the role of the Central Pollution Control Board under the Air Prevention and Control of Pollution Act?

• To manage biodiversity conservation

• To enforce water quality standards

• To set standards for ambient air quality

• To regulate mining activities

The Environment Protection Act was enacted in response to which major event?

• Fukushima Nuclear Disaster

• Chernobyl Disaster

• Bhopal Gas Tragedy

• Exxon Valdez Oil Spill

In which year was the Mines and Minerals Regulation and Development Act passed?

• 2000

• 1988

• 1972

• 1957

What is the purpose of the National Green Tribunal Act?

• To regulate air pollution

• To establish a tribunal for environmental cases

• To control water pollution

• To manage forest resources

Which act established the Environmental Relief Fund?

• Factories Act

• Motor Vehicle Act

• Public Liability Insurance Act

• Biodiversity Act

When was the Indian Forest Act enacted?

• 2010

• 1986

• 1972

• 1927

What is the main focus of Article 48A of the Indian Constitution?

• To ensure the right to life

• To regulate intoxicating substances

• To protect and improve the environment

• To improve public health

Which article of the Indian Constitution emphasizes the duty of citizens to protect the environment?

• Article 21

• Article 51A

• Article 47

• Article 48A

What does Article 21 of the Indian Constitution guarantee?

• Right to education

• Right to clean environment

• Right to property

• Right to free speech