Question

The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act was amended in 1987 to include which one of the following as pollutants?
A. Water
B. Noise
C. Dust
D. None of the above

Answer 1

Hint: Air pollution means the deterioration of the quality of air due to the addition of undesirable substances in the air. These undesirable substances are known as pollutants.

Complete answer: There are various types of pollutants: Carbon monoxide, Lead, Nitrogen oxides, Ozone, Sulphur dioxide, Particulate matter, Ozone, Acrolein, Asbestos, Benzene, Carbon disulphide, Fuel oils/kerosene, Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, petroleum hydrocarbons.
1. These pollutants cause a decrease in air quality and also lead to many diseases in humans.
2. The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 was an Act of the Parliament of India to control and prevent air pollution in India. It was amended in 1987.
3. This was the very first attempt by the government of India to combat air pollution.
4. This amendment was made to include dust as air pollution because dust causes a low of health complications in human beings.

Additional information: Carpool, use public transportation, bike, or walk as much as possible. Follow gasoline refueling instructions carefully for efficient vapor recovery, being careful not to spill fuel, and always tighten our gas cap securely.

So, the correct answer is C, 'Dust'

Note: The Act also controls noise on construction sites. Local authorities can issue a notice imposing necessary requirements on the way in which construction works are carried out.