In which year was the CAMPA Act passed in India?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: 2016
The Compensatory Afforestation Fund Act, 2016 (CAMPA Act) was passed in 2016. It provides for managing funds collected when forest land is diverted for non-forest purposes and for compensatory afforestation. 2019 may cause confusion because of rules associated with the Act, but the Act itself is from 2016. Exam tip: link CAMPA with compensatory afforestation and diversion of forest land.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
2016
Why is this the correct answer?
The Compensatory Afforestation Fund Act, 2016 (CAMPA Act) was passed in 2016. It provides for managing funds collected when forest land is diverted for non-forest purposes and for compensatory afforestation. 2019 may cause confusion because of rules associated with the Act, but the Act itself is from 2016. Exam tip: link CAMPA with compensatory afforestation and diversion of forest land.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 General Knowledge question. Chapter: Environment and Ecology. Topic: Conservation of Resources.
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