Water quality in India is monitored by which of the following bodies?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)
The CPCB, working with the State Pollution Control Boards, checks the water quality of the country’s rivers and lakes at 507 stations.
NCERT (2026-27): “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. The data obtained from these stations show that organic and bacterial contamination continues to be the main source of pollution in rivers.” |