Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Water resources

Question:

Water quality in India is monitored by which of the following bodies?

Options:

National Water Commission

Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

Ministry of Agriculture

Department of Sustainable Development

Correct Answer:

Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in collaboration with State Pollution Control Boards has been monitoring water quality of national aquatic resources at 507 stations.