Industrial Pollution — Prelims Questions

Which of the following industrial pollutants is/are correctly matched with their primary health effects? 1. Sulfur dioxide - Respiratory irritation and acid rain formation 2. Mercury - Neurological disorders and kidney damage 3. Chromium (VI) - Skin allergies and lung cancer 4. Volatile Organic Compounds - Liver damage and cancer

Consider the following statements about Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) in India: 1. EIA is mandatory for all industrial projects regardless of their size 2. Public consultation is a mandatory component of the EIA process 3. Post-project monitoring is required only for Category A projects 4. The validity of environmental clearance is typically 30 years

The 'Polluter Pays Principle' was first established in Indian environmental jurisprudence through which landmark case?

Which of the following best describes the difference between BOD and COD in industrial water pollution assessment?

Under which Act can the Central Government declare any area as 'air pollution control area'?