For protection of plants and animal species and to provide for the prevention and control of water pollution, air pollution, and the environment, government of India has enacted several Acts. Which of the following combination of statements is correct?

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The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1972, The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1974
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1986, The Environment (Protection) Act, 1981, The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972

Answer 1

The Correct answer is Option 1.

Key Points

The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974: This act was enacted to prevent and control water pollution and maintain or restore the wholesomeness of water.
The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981: This act was enacted to prevent, control, and reduce air pollution in India.
The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986: This act provides a framework for the protection and improvement of the environment and for matters connected therewith.
The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972: This act was enacted to protect wildlife and their habitats in India.
Hence Correct answer is Option 1.