Bhopal Gas Tragedy — MCQ Practice
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Which of the following gases was primarily responsible for the Bhopal Gas Tragedy?
Consider the following statements regarding the legislative response to the Bhopal Gas Tragedy: 1. The Environment Protection Act, 1986, was enacted as a direct consequence of the tragedy. 2. The Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991, mandates all industries to take out insurance for immediate relief to accident victims. 3. The Bhopal Gas Leak Disaster (Processing of Claims) Act, 1985, empowered the Central Government to represent all victims. Which of the statements given above are correct?
The principle of 'absolute liability' for hazardous industries, as laid down by the Supreme Court of India, was a direct judicial response to which of the following events?
Which international chemical company acquired Union Carbide Corporation (UCC) in 2001, inheriting the legacy of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy?
Consider the following statements regarding the environmental impact of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy: 1. The plant site remains contaminated with hazardous waste, affecting groundwater. 2. The primary environmental concern was short-term air pollution, with no lasting soil contamination. 3. Remediation efforts have been fully completed, with the site declared safe. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?