Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Economics

Question:

In order to address two major environmental concerns in India, viz. water and air pollution, the government set up an organization named "CPCB" in 1974. According to you, what is the full form of "CPCB"?

Options:

Control Pollution Central Board

Combined Pollution Control Board

Central Pollution Control Board

Centralization Pollution Council Board

Correct Answer:

Central Pollution Control Board

Explanation:

In order to address two major environmental concerns in India, viz. water and air pollution, the government set up the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in 1974. This was followed by states establishing their own state level boards to address all the environmental concerns. They investigate, collect and disseminate information relating to water, air and land pollution, lay down standards for sewage/trade effluent and emissions. These boards provide technical assistance to governments in promoting cleanliness of streams and wells by prevention, control and abatement of water pollution, and improve the quality of air and to prevent, control or abate air pollution in the country.