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The Air prevention and control Act, 1981

The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act of 1981 was enacted in India to address and mitigate the impacts of air pollution. It establishes central and state boards tasked with preventing and controlling air pollution, setting emission standards, and providing guidance on air quality management. The Act highlights the need for collective action to reduce pollution levels for a healthier environment and future.

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THE AIR (PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF POLLUTION) ACT, 1981 Presented By, Rubisha M L 1st M. Com 2023-2025 S.T.Hindu college, Nagercoil, kk District,
➪ Air prevention and control of pollution Act of 1981, popularly known as the air act was enacted by the Parliament of India to prevent and alleviate the negative impacts of air pollution. ➪ In India air pollution has become a major problem in recent year giving rise different age groups. ➪ To minimize the level of such pollution in the environment. So the air prevention and control of pollution act was created. Introduction
Definition Section 2(a) "air pollutant" means any solid, liquid or gaseous substance including noise present in the atmosphere in such concentration as may be or tend to be injurious to human beings or other living creatures or plants or property or environment; Section 2(b) "air pollution" means the presence in the atmosphere of any air pollutant;
🔹The idea for a global conference to discuss and stop pollution and the deterioration of natural resources was first put forth to the United Nations by Sweden. 🔹Therefore, the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment was held in Stockholm in June 1972 due to the General Assembly passing Resolution 2398. It was decided at this conference that the nations would take action to protect the natural resources, including air. Air Prevention and Control of Pollution Act 1981 :
🔹As a result, the Indian government passed specific laws under Article 253 of the Indian Constitution to preserve natural resources. The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act of 1981 was passed for air conservation. 🔹The Preamble of the Act states that the purpose of the Act is to prevent, control, and reduce air pollution and that it is the responsibility of the Boards established by the Act to carry out these purposes. Air Prevention and Control of Pollution Act 1981 :
Objectives of the Air Prevention and Control of Pollution Act 1981: 🔸To provide for the prevention, control, and reduction of air pollution. 🔸To provide for the establishment of central and State Boards to implement the Act. 🔸To confer on the Boards the powers to implement the provisions of the Act and assign to the Boards functions relating to pollution.
Types of boards Central pollution control board State pollution control board
The main function of the Central Board shall be to improve the quality of air and to prevent, control, or abate air pollution in the country. It may; ➣ Advise the Central Government on any matter concerning the improvement of the quality of air; ➣ Plan and cause to be executed a nation-wide program for the prevention, control or abatement of air pollution; Co-ordinate the activity of State and resolve disputes among them; Powers and Functions of Central Board-
➣ Provide technical assistance and guidance to the state boards, carry out and sponsor investigations and research relating to problems of air pollution. ➣ Organize through mass media a comprehensive programme regarding the prevention, control, or abatement of air pollution. ➣ The Central Board may establish or recognize a laboratory to enable the Central Board to perform its functions under this section efficiently. Powers and Functions of Central Board-
➣ To plan a comprehensive programme for the prevention, control or abatement of air pollution; ➣ To inspect air pollution control areas at such intervals as it may think necessary, assess the quality of air therein and take steps for the prevention of air pollution in such areas; Functions of State Boards shall be-
Functions of State Boards shall be- ➣ To inspect, at all reasonable times, any control equipment, industrial plant or manufacturing process, and to give by order such directions to such person as it may consider necessary to take steps for prevention of air pollution. ➣ To advise the State Government on any matter concerning the prevention of air pollution;
Legal provision regarding prevention and control of pollution: 🔹Declared of certain areas as pollution control areas 🔹Prohibition on fuel causing air pollution 🔹Prescription and approved of appliance for use in premises in pollution control areas 🔹Fixation of emission standards in case of motor vehicle
Legal provision regarding prevention and control of pollution: 🔹Prohibition on burning of any material in air pollution control area 🔹Prohibition on industrial plants from discharging air pollutants in excess of the prescribed limits
Conclusion : The air pollution is a significant problem that impacts our health and the environment. It's crucial that we take decisive action to reduce pollution levels through measures like using cleaner energy sources, improving vehicle emissions standards, and promoting public transportation. By working together to address this issue, we can ensure a cleaner, healthier future for generations to come.
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