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HCS (Haryana)Prelims2021General Studies
Question
Justice Madan B Lokur committee was set up to take steps to
Options
- A Look into violation of environmental rules.
- B Prevent stubble burning.
- C Draft new water policy.
- D Regulate digital lending.
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Correct Answer
B Prevent stubble burning.
Model Answer
- The Supreme Court had appointed Justice Madan B. Lokur committee in October 2020, to prevent stubble burning in the states of Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, amid rising levels of pollution in the national capital and adjoining regions.
- Hence, option B is correct.
- He is a former judge of the Supreme court.
- The Supreme Court also directed the appointment of the Environment Pollution Control Authority (EPCA).
- It will get assistance from National Cadet Corps (NCC), National Service Scheme and Bharat Scouts.