Environmental Protection Act, 1986 (EPA)
Environmental Protection Act, 1986 (EPA) Introduction · The Environmental Protection Act (EPA), 1986 is one of the most important environmental laws in India. · It was enacted by the Government of India after the tragic Bhopal Gas Tragedy to provide a comprehensive framework for protecting and improving the environment. · The Act came into force on 19 November 1986 and extends to the whole of India. Definition of Environment According to Section 2(a) of the Act: Environment includes: Water Air Land The interrelationship among water, air, land, human beings, plants, animals, and microorganisms. Objectives of the Environmental Protection Act, 1986 To protect and improve environmental quality. To prevent hazards to human beings, plants, animals, and property. To implement decisions taken at internatio...