Question: Recently in which of the following city the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has notified an emergency action plan to combat air pollution?
(a)Bengaluru
(b)Delhi
(c)Kolkata
(d)Kanpur
Answer: (b)
Related facts:
- The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has notified an emergency action plan named Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to combat air pollution in Delhi.
- Under the emergency action plan, tough measures will be taken based on the air quality of the city.
- If the air quality in any area falls to an emergency category, measures like stopping entry of trucks into Delhi (except essential commodities), stopping construction activities will be adopted.
- If the air quality lies between moderate to poor category then measures like banning garbage burning and enforcing all pollution control regulations in brick making factories and industries will be implemented.
- Appointment of the task force will be done to take decision on any additional steps including shutting of schools.
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