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Which of the following was/were provided by 'Wildlife Protection Act 1972?
1. Captive breeding programs for critically endangered species.
2. A complete ban on trade and commerce of wildlife species.
3. Strengthening management and protection of infrastructure of National parks and sanctuaries.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
  • a)
    1 and 2 only
  • b)
    2 and 3 only
  • c)
    1 only
  • d)
    1 and 3 only
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Jhanvi Joshi answered
Wildlife Protection Act 1972

The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 is an Act of Parliament of India enacted for protection of plants and animal species. The act provides for the protection of wild animals, birds and plants, and for matters connected therewith or ancillary or incidental thereto.

The act provides the following measures for protection of wildlife:

1. Captive breeding programs for critically endangered species:
The act provides for the establishment of captive breeding programs for critically endangered species. The breeding program is aimed at increasing the population of endangered species and restoring their habitats. This is done by breeding the animals in captivity and releasing them back into the wild. This measure is taken to prevent the extinction of endangered species.

2. A complete ban on trade and commerce of wildlife species:
The act provides for a complete ban on the trade and commerce of wildlife species. This measure is taken to prevent the illegal trade of wildlife species and to protect endangered species from being hunted and traded for commercial purposes. The act also provides for the punishment of those who violate this law.

3. Strengthening management and protection of infrastructure of National parks and sanctuaries:
The act provides for the strengthening of the management and protection of infrastructure of National parks and sanctuaries. This measure is taken to protect the habitats of endangered species and to prevent their destruction due to human activities.

Therefore, the correct answer is option D, as the act provides for captive breeding programs for critically endangered species and strengthening management and protection of infrastructure of National parks and sanctuaries.

Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) is committed to the protection of India’s wildlife;
2. It is an NGO founded in 1998.
Codes:
  • a)
    1 only
  • b)
    2 only
  • c)
    Both of them
  • d)
    Neither of them
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

's wildlife and their habitats.
2. WTI is a government agency responsible for the management of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in India.
3. WTI is a non-governmental organization (NGO) working towards conservation and protection of wildlife in India.

Answer: 1 and 3.

Which of the following statements is correct regarding the 'Environmental Pollution (Prevention and Control) Authority?
  • a)
    It was established under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, of 1974 to oversee pollution by industries.
  • b)
    It is a Supreme Court-mandated body to control air pollution in the National capital region.
  • c)
    It has been established as an interim body for the management of the Compensatory Afforestation Fund.
  • d)
    It was established by the Central government in 1994 in aftermath of Rio Earth.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Utkarsh Joshi answered
  • Environmental Pollution (Prevention and Control) Authority (EPCA) is a Supreme Court mandated body tasked with taking various measures to tackle air pollution in the National Capital Region.
  • It was notified in 1998 by the Environment Ministry under Environment Protection Act, 1986. Its mandate is to protect and improve the quality of the environment and prevent and control environmental pollution in the National Capital Region.
  • It is also mandated to enforce the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in NCR as per the pollution levels. In November 2017, EPCA had enforced several measures, including a ban on brick kilns, closure of Badarpur thermal power plant, hot mix plants and stone crushers, and construction activities in NCR.

Consider the following statements
1. The Animal welfare board of India is an executive body established under the prevention of cruelty act 1960.
2. The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) was established in 2003 to implement India’s Biological Diversity Act (2002).
Select the correct statements?
  • a)
    1 only
  • b)
    2 only
  • c)
    Both 1 and 2
  • d)
    Neither of them
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Pallavi Rane answered
's Biological Diversity Act (2002).
3. The Wildlife Protection Act of India was enacted in 1972 to provide for the protection of wild animals, birds, and plants and for matters connected therewith or ancillary or incidental thereto.
4. The Forest Conservation Act of India was enacted in 1980 to regulate the diversion of forest land for non-forest purposes.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A) 1 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1, 3, and 4 only
D) 1, 2, 3, and 4

Which of the following legislations is NOT under the adjudication of the National Green Tribunal in India?
  • a)
    Forest Rights Act, 2006
  • b)
    The Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991
  • c)
    Forest Conservation Act, 1980
  • d)
    Biological Diversity Act, 2021
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ruchi Sarkar answered
Legislation not under the adjudication of NGT in India

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a specialized court that deals with environmental disputes and violations. It was established in 2010 under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010. The NGT has the power to hear all civil cases relating to environmental issues and enforce laws related to the protection of the environment. However, not all environmental laws fall under the purview of the NGT.

The legislation that is not under the adjudication of the National Green Tribunal in India is the Forest Rights Act, 2006. This law was enacted to recognize and vest the forest rights and occupation of forest-dwelling Scheduled Tribes and other traditional forest dwellers who have been residing in forests for generations. The law also provides for the conservation of forests and wildlife. However, the Forest Rights Act, 2006, does not fall under the jurisdiction of the NGT.

The other legislation mentioned in the options fall under the jurisdiction of the NGT.

• The Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991: This Act provides for the payment of compensation to the victims of accidents occurring while handling hazardous substances. The NGT has the power to hear cases related to violations of this Act.

• Forest Conservation Act, 1980: This Act provides for the conservation of forests and regulates diversion of forestland for non-forestry purposes. The NGT has the power to hear cases related to violations of this Act.

• Biological Diversity Act, 2002: This Act provides for the conservation of biological diversity, sustainable use of its components and fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising out of the use of biological resources. The NGT has the power to hear cases related to violations of this Act.

In conclusion, the Forest Rights Act, 2006, is the legislation that is not under the adjudication of the National Green Tribunal in India.

In the context of various waste management rules notified by MoEF & CC in India, which of the following have provisions for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for waste management?
1. Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016
2. E-Waste Management Rules, 2016
3. Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016
4. Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
  • a)
    1, 2, and 3 only
  • b)
    1 and 4 only
  • c)
    2 and 3 only
  • d)
    3 and 4 only
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Arun Khatri answered
  • As per EPR, the producers, importers and brand owners who introduce the plastic carry bags, pouches, packaging or E-waste etc in the market need to establish a collect back system for the plastic waste or E-waste generated due to their products.
  • Collecting back waste will improve its reuse/ recycle Hazardous waste means any waste, which because of characteristics, such as physical, chemical, biological, reactive, toxic, flammable, explosive or corrosive, causes danger to health, or environment.

Which of the following are the functions of the Central zoo authority specified in the act?
  • a)
    To coordinate the acquisition, exchange, and loaning of animals for breeding purposes
  • b)
    Collection, collation of intelligence and its dissemination and establishment of a centralized Wildlife Crime data bank
  • c)
    Development of infrastructure and capacity building for scientific and professional investigation
  • d)
    Implementation of obligations under the various international Conventions and protocols
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Arun Khatri answered
Central Zoo Authority:
  • The amendment made to the Wild Life (Protection) Act in 1991 added a new chapter dealing with zoos to the Act and allowed for the Central Government to constitute an authority known as the Central Zoo Authority to oversee the functioning and development of zoos in the country.
The following are the functions of the Central Zoo Authority as specified in the Act: 
  • To specify the minimum standards for housing, upkeep and veterinary care of animals kept in a zoo.
  • To evaluate and assess the functioning of zoos concerning the standards or the norms as are prescribed.
  • To recognize and derecognize zoos.
  • To identify endangered species of wild animals for purposes of captive breeding and assigning responsibility in this regard to a zoo.
  • To coordinate the acquisition, exchange and loaning of animals for breeding purposes.

Which ministry is implementing National Lake Conservation Plan (NLCP)?
  • a)
    Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ welfare
  • b)
    Ministry of Environment and Forests
  • c)
    Ministry of Earth science
  • d)
    Ministry of Jal Shakti
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Utkarsh Joshi answered
  • The Ministry of Environment and Forests has been implementing the National Lake Conservation Plan (NLCP) since 2001 for conservation and management of polluted and degraded lakes in urban and semi-urban areas.
  • Objective: to restore and conserve the urban and semi-urban lakes of the country degraded due to wastewater discharge into the lake and other unique freshwater ecosystems, through an integrated ecosystem approach.

National Ganga River Basin Authority constituted under which act?
  • a)
    Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974
  • b)
    Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974
  • c)
    Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
  • d)
    The Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Utkarsh Joshi answered
National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA):
  • NGRBA was constituted in February 2009 under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
  • The NGRBA is a planning, financing, monitoring and coordinating body of the centre and the states.
  • The objective of the NGRBA is to ensure effective abatement of pollution and conservation of the river Ganga by adopting a river basin approach for comprehensive planning and management.

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