WorksheetsESE - 16, 17, 18
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 4mins
What is the primary goal of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act?
Which year was the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act enacted?
(a)
What is the role of the Boards established under the Act?
Collect Water tax.
Bore new wells.
Monitor and control water pollution.
Which section addresses penalties for discharging pollutants into streams or wells?
Section 2
Section 24
Section 4
Section 22
What is the fine for violating Section 24?
Up to Rs. 50000
The fine is upto Rs. 1 Lakh
What is the punishment for false statements under Section 43?
Fine only
Imprisonment up to 3 months, or fine, or both
Imprisonment up to 6 years
None
What does Section 44 impose penalties for?
Construction of new well
Failure to comply with Board directions
Discharge of pollutants without consent
False Returns
The term of imprisonment under Section 27 may extend up to:
3 months
6 months
6 years
24 months
What is one of the main objectives of the Act?
Grant citizenship
Provide free electricity
Protect public health by ensuring clean water
Build malls
What is the maximum fine under Section 48 for acts by companies?
Variable based on offense
Rs. 50000
Rs. 101
Rs. 1 lakh
