Q. ‘Coastal Regulation Zones’ in India are notified under which of the following acts?

Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980

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Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

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Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

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Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

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Solution

The correct option is B
Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
Explanation:

Coastal Regulation Zones governs the human and Industrial activities in the coastal regions. It was first notified in 1991 under Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.

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1. Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
2. Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980.
3. Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
4. Water (Preservation and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974.
5. Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981.
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