Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 127

PRERNA FOR IAS

(ASSOCIATE OF SAMKALP)

A-Category MCQs -127

Q1. With reference to retrospective environmental clearances, consider the following statements:

1. Prior environmental clearance is based on the preventive nature of environmental law.
2. Routine post-facto approval may weaken deterrence against environmental violations.
3. Every project operating without prior clearance must necessarily be closed immediately, irrespective of public interest.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: (b)

Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Environmental clearance is meant to assess ecological risks before a project starts. Routine retrospective approval may encourage industries to violate rules first and seek regularisation later. Statement 3 is too absolute. The Supreme Court left limited scope for a narrowly desi