The question (15 marks)
Discuss the salient features of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1981. Explain the significance of the air pollution control area and compare the consent regime of this Act with that of the Water Act 1974. (15 marks)
MU Module III, the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1981; pack ch. 08 with ch. 07 for the comparison.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 3 · The Pollution and Forest Statutes of Environmental Laws.
Authorities you will need
- Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1981, ss. 2, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 31A, 37, 39 and 43
- Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1974, ss. 3, 4, 25 and 33A, for the comparison
- State of M.P. v Kedia Leather and Liquor Ltd.
- Church of God (Full Gospel) in India v KKR Majestic Colony Welfare Association
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