Environmental clearance for construction projects is required under which legislation in India?
- AThe Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981
- BThe Environment (Protection) Act, 1986Correct
- CThe Forest Conservation Act, 1980
- DThe Building Bye-Laws, 2016
Solution
Concept
Environment law
Step-by-step solution
1. EIA notification is issued under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
Explanation
Clearance for projects arises under this Act.
Why the other options are wrong
The Air Act deals with air pollution control; others are not the source.
Shortcut
EPA 1986.
Correct answer: B) The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986