MCQs: National Digital Health Policy & EIA Guidelines (July 2026)

1.

What has been the Supreme Court's stance on the role of expert appraisal committees (EACs) in the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process?

A EACs are merely advisory bodies whose recommendations are not binding on the regulatory authority.

B The Court has emphasized the critical and independent role of EACs in conducting thorough scrutiny and providing objective recommendations.

C EACs should primarily focus on expediting clearances to facilitate industrial growth.

D The composition of EACs can be flexible, allowing for significant representation from project proponents.

2.

In its recent pronouncements concerning Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), the Supreme Court has often highlighted the significance of which of the following aspects?

A Prioritizing economic development over environmental protection in all cases.

B Ensuring robust public participation and transparent disclosure of information during the EIA process.

C Allowing project proponents to conduct their own environmental impact studies without external oversight.

D Limiting the scope of EIA to only direct ecological impacts, excluding socio-economic considerations.

3.

Which of the following principles has the Supreme Court of India consistently upheld regarding Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and environmental clearances?

A Post-facto environmental clearances are generally permissible under exceptional circumstances.

B Environmental clearances can be granted retrospectively without public hearing if the project is of national importance.

C Prior environmental clearance is a mandatory prerequisite for commencing any project requiring EIA.

D The judiciary has no role in reviewing the substantive aspects of environmental clearances once granted by the executive.

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National Current Affairs MCQs - 2026-07-28