SHORT ANSWER:
The Environmental Protection Act of 1986 has been amended and supplemented by various rules and notifications to enhance environmental protection in India.
DETAILS:
- The Act was enacted to provide for the protection and improvement of the environment.
- It has led to the establishment of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs).
- Various rules under the Act, such as the Hazardous Waste Management Rules and the Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, have been introduced to address specific environmental issues.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Violations of the Act can lead to penalties, including fines and imprisonment.
SOURCE:
- Environmental Protection Act, 1986
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