Question

    The Central Pollution Control Board was set up by the government in the year __________.

    A 1974 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1956 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1947 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 1965 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), statutory organisation, was constituted in September, 1974 under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974. Further, CPCB was entrusted with the powers and functions under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981.

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