Question

Q94. With reference to the water (prevention and control of pollution) act 1974, consider the following statements.
1. It maintains the wholesomeness of the aquatic resources.
2. It prescribes the function of the Central Pollution Control Board.
3. The function of CPCB (Central pollution Control Board) is to advise the central and state government on any matter concerning prevention control and abatement of water pollution.
4. The CPCB also provides technical assistance and guidance to the state pollution control board.
Select the correct answer using the codes given.

• A. (a) Only 1 and 2
• B. (b) Only 1 and 3
• C. (c) Only 2 and 4
• D. (d) Only 1, 2 and 4

Answer 1

The correct option is D (d) Only 1, 2 and 4

There are state pollution control boards to advise the state government on any matter concerning prevention control and abatement of the water pollution.