State the functions of pollution control boards

Question – State the functions of pollution control boards.

Answer – 

Pollution control board

To address water and air pollution in India, the government set up the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in 1974. This was followed by states establishing their state-level board to address all the environmental problems. It has identified 17 categories of industries that pollute the environment.

Functions of pollution board

1. They investigate, collect and disseminate information relating to water, air, and land pollution.
2. They lie down/ determine standards for sewage/ trade effluent and emissions.
3. These boards provide technical assistance to the government in promoting cleanliness of streams and wells by prevention, control, and abatement of water and air pollution
4. These boards also carry out investigations and research relating to problems of water and air pollution.
5. They also organize comprehensive awareness programs to create awareness among people about the possible dangers of environmental degradation.
6. They monitor the quality of water of 125 rivers including tributaries.
7. These boards also periodically inspect every industry under their jurisdiction to assess the adequacy of treatment

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