Ethics & Morality
DAILY PRACTICE 22/10/2026
UPSC CSE
Q 1.
With reference to air pollution control and environmental governance in India, consider the following statements:
- Article 21 has been interpreted by Indian courts to include the right to a clean and healthy environment.
- The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) was constituted under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981.
- The National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) aims to reduce air pollution in identified cities through targeted action plans.
- Municipal authorities have no role in controlling dust generated by construction activities within their jurisdictions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?