In which year was the first EIA notification issued in India?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: 1994
India’s first Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification was issued on 27 January 1994 under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. It introduced prior environmental clearance for notified development projects. The EIA Notification of 2006 came later and replaced the 1994 notification. Exam tip: Remember 1994 for the first EIA notification and 2006 for the later revised notification.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
1994
Why is this the correct answer?
India’s first Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification was issued on 27 January 1994 under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. It introduced prior environmental clearance for notified development projects. The EIA Notification of 2006 came later and replaced the 1994 notification. Exam tip: Remember 1994 for the first EIA notification and 2006 for the later revised notification.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 General Knowledge question. Chapter: Environment and Ecology. Topic: Sustainable Development.
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