The correct answer is: A. CPCB
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) is the regulatory authority of quality in India. It is a statutory body under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India. The CPCB was established in 1974 under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974. The CPCB is responsible for the prevention, control and abatement of air, water and noise pollution in India. It also monitors the quality of air, water and noise in the country.
The CPCB has its headquarters in New Delhi and regional offices in all the states and union territories of India. The CPCB has a wide range of powers and functions under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 and the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000.
The CPCB is responsible for:
- Issuing standards for air, water and noise quality
- Monitoring the quality of air, water and noise in the country
- Taking action against polluters
- Promoting awareness about pollution prevention and control
- Providing technical assistance to the states and union territories in pollution control
The CPCB is a key player in the fight against pollution in India. It has made significant progress in reducing pollution levels in the country. However, there is still a lot of work to be done. The CPCB needs to continue to strengthen its efforts to prevent, control and abate pollution in India.
The other options are incorrect because they are not the regulatory authority of quality in India.