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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Compensatory Afforestation Fund can be utilised for which of the following activities?
- Forest Fire Prevention and Control Operations
- Wildlife Management
- Payment of salary and medical expenses of those working in forest areas
- Monitoring of CAMPA works
Select the correct answer code:
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Solution: d)
The Environment Minister emphasized that the CAMPA funds cannot be used for payment of salary, travelling allowances, medical expenses, etc.
“Important activities on which the fund will be utilised will be for the Compensatory Afforestation, Catchment Area Treatment, Wildlife Management, Assisted Natural Regeneration, Forest Fire Prevention and Control Operations, Soil and Moisture Conservation Works in the forest, Improvement of Wildlife Habitat, Management of Biological Diversity and Biological Resources, Research in Forestry and Monitoring of CAMPA works etc”.
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Solution: d)
The Environment Minister emphasized that the CAMPA funds cannot be used for payment of salary, travelling allowances, medical expenses, etc.
“Important activities on which the fund will be utilised will be for the Compensatory Afforestation, Catchment Area Treatment, Wildlife Management, Assisted Natural Regeneration, Forest Fire Prevention and Control Operations, Soil and Moisture Conservation Works in the forest, Improvement of Wildlife Habitat, Management of Biological Diversity and Biological Resources, Research in Forestry and Monitoring of CAMPA works etc”.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) has been constituted under
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Solution: b)
Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) has been constituted under Section 3(3) of the ‘Environment (Protection) Act, 1986’ for the purpose of regulation and control of ground water development and management in the Country.
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Solution: b)
Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) has been constituted under Section 3(3) of the ‘Environment (Protection) Act, 1986’ for the purpose of regulation and control of ground water development and management in the Country.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Environment Impact Assessment (EIA).
- Environment Impact Assessment in India is statutory backed process by the Environment Impact Assessment Act, 1986.
- It identifies the environmental, social and economic impacts of a project prior to taking a decision on its implementation.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
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Solution: a)
Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) is a formal process used to predict the environmental consequences of any development project. Environment Impact Assessment in India is statutory backed by the Environment Protection Act in 1986, which contains various provisions on EIA methodology and process.
Rationale behind EIA: EIA looks into various problems, conflicts and natural resource constraints which may not only affect the viability of a project but also predict if a project might harm to the people, their land, livelihoods and environment. Once these potential harmful impacts are predicted, the EIA process identifies the measures to minimize those impacts.
The objective of the EIA is to: Identify the environmental, social and economic impacts of a project prior to taking a decision on its implementation. Mitigation of harmful impacts and maximizes the beneficial effects.
Once the assessment is complete, the EIA findings are communicated to all stakeholders viz. developers, investors, regulators, planners, politicians, affected communities etc. On the basis of the conclusion of EIA process, the government can decide if a project should be given environment clearance or not. The developers and investors can also shape the project in such a way that its harms can be mitigated and benefits can be maximized.
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Solution: a)
Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) is a formal process used to predict the environmental consequences of any development project. Environment Impact Assessment in India is statutory backed by the Environment Protection Act in 1986, which contains various provisions on EIA methodology and process.
Rationale behind EIA: EIA looks into various problems, conflicts and natural resource constraints which may not only affect the viability of a project but also predict if a project might harm to the people, their land, livelihoods and environment. Once these potential harmful impacts are predicted, the EIA process identifies the measures to minimize those impacts.
The objective of the EIA is to: Identify the environmental, social and economic impacts of a project prior to taking a decision on its implementation. Mitigation of harmful impacts and maximizes the beneficial effects.
Once the assessment is complete, the EIA findings are communicated to all stakeholders viz. developers, investors, regulators, planners, politicians, affected communities etc. On the basis of the conclusion of EIA process, the government can decide if a project should be given environment clearance or not. The developers and investors can also shape the project in such a way that its harms can be mitigated and benefits can be maximized.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following are the functions of National Tiger Conservation Authority?
- According approval for declaring new Tiger Reserves.
- Laying down audit report regarding Tiger Conservation before Parliament.
- Preparation of reserve specific tiger conservation plan.
Select the correct answer code:
Correct
Solution: d)
The National Tiger Conservation Authority is a statutory body under the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change.
It was constituted under enabling provisions of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, as amended in 2006, for strengthening tiger conservation.
Set up under the Chairmanship of the Minister for Environment and Forests. The Authority will have eight experts or professionals having qualifications and experience in wildlife conservation and welfare of people including tribals, apart from three Members of Parliament of whom two will be elected by the House of the People and one by the Council of States.
Functions of NTCA are as follows:
- Ensuring normative standards in tiger reserve management.
- Preparation of reserve specific tiger conservation plan.
- Laying down annual/ audit report before Parliament.
- Instituting State level Steering Committees under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister and establishment of Tiger Conservation Foundation.
- According approval for declaring new Tiger Reserves.
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Solution: d)
The National Tiger Conservation Authority is a statutory body under the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change.
It was constituted under enabling provisions of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, as amended in 2006, for strengthening tiger conservation.
Set up under the Chairmanship of the Minister for Environment and Forests. The Authority will have eight experts or professionals having qualifications and experience in wildlife conservation and welfare of people including tribals, apart from three Members of Parliament of whom two will be elected by the House of the People and one by the Council of States.
Functions of NTCA are as follows:
- Ensuring normative standards in tiger reserve management.
- Preparation of reserve specific tiger conservation plan.
- Laying down annual/ audit report before Parliament.
- Instituting State level Steering Committees under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister and establishment of Tiger Conservation Foundation.
- According approval for declaring new Tiger Reserves.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding National Green Tribunal.
- National Green Tribunal is a statutory body equipped with expertise solely for the purpose of adjudicating environmental cases in the country.
- NGT cannot grant relief in the form of compensation and damages to affected persons.
- The decision of the NGT is binding on the parties, unless they approach the Supreme Court in appeal.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: b)
The National Green Tribunal, established in 2010, as per the National Green Tribunal Act is a specialised judicial body equipped with expertise solely for the purpose of adjudicating environmental cases in the country.
The Tribunal is tasked with providing effective and expeditious remedy in cases relating to environmental protection, conservation of forests and other natural resources and enforcement of any legal right relating to environment. The Tribunal’s orders are binding and it has power to grant relief in the form of compensation and damages to affected persons.
The Tribunal has a presence in five zones- North, Central, East, South and West. The Principal Bench is situated in the North Zone, headquartered in Delhi.
The Tribunal’s orders are enforceable as the powers vested are the same as in a civil court under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908.
The Tribunal has powers to review its own decisions. If this fails, the decision can be challenged before the Supreme Court within ninety days.
The Tribunal is an open court and its proceedings can be attended in person.
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Solution: b)
The National Green Tribunal, established in 2010, as per the National Green Tribunal Act is a specialised judicial body equipped with expertise solely for the purpose of adjudicating environmental cases in the country.
The Tribunal is tasked with providing effective and expeditious remedy in cases relating to environmental protection, conservation of forests and other natural resources and enforcement of any legal right relating to environment. The Tribunal’s orders are binding and it has power to grant relief in the form of compensation and damages to affected persons.
The Tribunal has a presence in five zones- North, Central, East, South and West. The Principal Bench is situated in the North Zone, headquartered in Delhi.
The Tribunal’s orders are enforceable as the powers vested are the same as in a civil court under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908.
The Tribunal has powers to review its own decisions. If this fails, the decision can be challenged before the Supreme Court within ninety days.
The Tribunal is an open court and its proceedings can be attended in person.
