77. What is/are the advantages of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)?
1. Better understanding of the impacts of the project.
2. Resolving disputes and confrontation.
3. Identifying alternative site for the project.
Identify the correct answer using the options,
Environmental impact assessment EIA. has the following advantages:
•It provides better understanding of the impacts of a project.
•It identifies the issues that are contentious and helps in resolving those issues.
•It ensures cooperation of the local people and transparency for the implementation of the project.
•It helps in identifying alternative sites, designs etc.
•It reduces disputes and confrontation.
•It creates a sense of local ownership among the people residing in and around the project area