Question

The destruction of fish by use of explosive or by poisoning the water is prohibited by:

• A. Indian Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
• B. The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974
• C. Indian Fisheries Act, 1897
• D. The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010

Hint:

The Indian Fisheries Act, 1897 is one of the earliest environmental protection laws in India.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Legal context.
The Indian Fisheries Act, 1897 specifically prohibits the destruction of fish by explosives, poisoning water, or using harmful substances.
Step 2: Clarification.
Other environmental acts like Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 or Water Act, 1974 deal with pollution broadly but not specifically with fish destruction.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, option (c) is correct.