What is the main purpose of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: To identify and assess the likely environmental effects of a proposed project
An Environmental Impact Assessment examines the likely effects of a proposed project before approval or implementation. It considers possible impacts on air, water, land, biodiversity, and communities, and supports measures to avoid, reduce, or manage harm. Thus, option A is correct; the other choices contradict the preventive purpose of EIA.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
To identify and assess the likely environmental effects of a proposed project
Why is this the correct answer?
An Environmental Impact Assessment examines the likely effects of a proposed project before approval or implementation. It considers possible impacts on air, water, land, biodiversity, and communities, and supports measures to avoid, reduce, or manage harm. Thus, option A is correct; the other choices contradict the preventive purpose of EIA.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Agriculture question. Chapter: Entrepreneurial Skill Development.
