University of Mumbai 2009-1st Sem M.E Environmental Engineering Environntal Legislation - Question Paper

N.B. : (1) Question No. 1 is compulsory

(2) Solve any four questions from remaining six questions.

1. (a)

legal backup exist for the same ? If yes, explain,

(b) Write an exhaustive note on Environmental Audit.

2.    (a) State and explain provisions under Air (P and CP) Act, 1981 with respect to 10

constitutions and functions of State Air Boards.

(b) What is public interest litigation ? Explain its salient features. Explain the 10 role played by the same in the improvement of environment by giving suitable examples

3.    (a) * Which are the three pillars of democracy ? Explain the general procedure 8

followed in changing a bill into an act. What is the structure followed in India for implementing of Environmental laws ?

(b) How environmental clearance for setting up an industry is obtained ? Explain 12 the recent modifications. Explain the method of conducting Environmental Impact Assessment Study.

4.    (a) Why environmental pollution is considered as market failure ? How then it should 6

be controlled ?

(b)    Write an exhaustive note on ISO 14000. The note must cover the following : 10

(i)    List of standards with brief discription

(ii)    Salient features

(iii)    Benefits

(c)    Explain The Water (Prevention and Control of pollution) Rules, 1975.    4