Question

What is the full form of MPCB?
A. Mahanagar pollution control board
B. Maharashtra pollution control board
C. Multiple pollution control board
D. None of these

Answer 1

Hint: It is related to the state pollution control board which monitors the air, water, and soil and noise quality. It is responsible for keeping check on all the factors that can pollute or have any negative impact on the environment.

Complete answer:
The correct answer is (B)
Maharashtra Pollution Control Board was established in Maharashtra on 7th September 1970. It is responsible for implementation of various environmental legislations in the state to monitor the environmental quality. Its headquarters is located in Mumbai. MPCB is controlled and administered by the Environment department of Maharashtra government.

The major functions of Maharashtra Pollution Control Board are as follows:
> Collection of information related to the pollution and its dissemination to the concerned authorities and planning for its prevention, control and abatement and taking major steps necessary,
> Planning of the comprehensive programs in regard to prevention and control of the pollution,
> Regular inspection of the sewage and effluent from the treatment plants and keep check on air pollution control systems, it is also responsible for reviewing the plans, specifications and recommendations from the experts related to the treatment plants, disposal systems, air pollution systems or any system which can lead to any type of pollution activities.
> The board also functions to support and encourage for development in fields of pollution control and management, practices of waste- recycling and reuse, and eco- friendly practices etc.
> Also has a role in education and guiding of the entrepreneurs so that improved environmental practices can be developed and also suggests appropriate and required pollution control technologies,
> Public awareness for the clean and healthy environment and also attends the complaints of the public related to the pollution or its sources.

Note: There are pollution boards for every state to regulate and keep check on the environment quality. It can be confused with the multiple pollution control board as there are many state boards in the country.