Water pollution act defines

Water pollution and water quality standards

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Air pollution and water quality standards

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Solution

The correct option is A Water pollution and water quality standards
In India, The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act was enacted in 1974. This act emphasizes on the prevention and control of water pollution. It also focuses on maintaining water quality standards in the country. Thus the correct answer is option A.

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