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Which one of the following statements is not true regarding Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974?

Updated On: Aug 5, 2024

The Act introduced the doctrine of vicarious and joint liability for offences by companies
The maxim of qui facit per alium, facil per se is applicable under the Act.
It includes a residuary penalty clause.
All of the above are true.

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The Correct Option is D

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The correct option is (D): All of the above are true.

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