Question

List the legislation in India for the prevention and control of water pollution.​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Emergency measures in case of pollution of stream or well. Section 33. Power of Board to make application to courts for restraining apprehended pollution of water in streams or wells.

Answer 2

Some Key Points of Water Act 1974

• Water Act 1974 aims to prevent and control water pollution.
• Under Water Act, 1974, pollution control boards were created, who are responsible for implementation of its provisions.
• One of the important provision of the Water Act, 1974 is to maintain and restore the ‘wholesomeness’ of our aquatic resources.
• Under Water Act 1974, Sewage or pollutants cannot be discharged into water bodies including lakes and it is the duty of the state pollution control board to intervene and stop such activity.
• Anyone failing to abide by the laws of under is liable for imprisonment under Section 24 & Section 43 ranging from not less than one year and six months to six years along with monetary fines.