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Ecology & Ecosystems
Question No. 135Interactive Test Mode
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Q135. How is the National Green Tribunal (NGT) different from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)? 1. The NGT has been established by an Act whereas the CPCB has been created by an executive order of the Government. 2. The NGT provides environmental justice and helps reduce the burden of litigation in the higher courts whereas the CPCB promotes cleanliness of streams and wells, and aims to improve the quality of air in the country. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

How is the National Green Tribunal (NGT) different from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)?

  1. The NGT has been established by an Act whereas the CPCB has been created by an executive order of the Government.
  2. The NGT provides environmental justice and helps reduce the burden of litigation in the higher courts whereas the CPCB promotes cleanliness of streams and wells, and aims to improve the quality of air in the country. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Select the correct option below (or cross out options to eliminate)
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Correct Answer: Option (B) — 2 only

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Statement 1 is incorrect: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) was established under a statutory enactment, the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) is also a statutory organization, established in September 1974 under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, not by an executive order.

Statement 2 is correct: The NGT was set up as a specialized judicial body to provide speedy environmental justice and reduce the pendency of litigation in High Courts and the Supreme Court. The CPCB functions as a technical and regulatory body entrusted with powers under the Water Act, 1974 and the Air Act, 1981 to promote the cleanliness of streams and wells and improve air quality.

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Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2018 (Q135)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicEnvironment and Ecology → Ecology & Ecosystems
Official Answer KeyOption (B) — 2 only

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What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2018 GS Paper I Question 135 (Environment and Ecology)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2018 Environment and Ecology (Ecology & Ecosystems) question is Option (B): "2 only". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

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