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Procedures

The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, outlines a series of procedures related to its purpose and functions. These procedures related to the manned in which various authorities need to function. They also include the manner in which different functions need to be carried out by them. Some of the procedures are also related to how citizens should act in order to carry out their responsibilities. Click here to see Regulations of Citizens’ Activities.

The bulk of the text contained in the EP Act and EP Rules, 1986 is all about the following procedures:

Prohibition and restriction on the location of industries and the carrying on processes and operations in different areas

Prohibition and restriction on the handling of hazardous substances

Standards for emissions or discharge of environmental pollutants

Furnishing of information to authorities and agencies regarding discharge of excess pollutants

Procedure for individuals to file complaints/give notice for the purpose of cognizance of offence

Procedure for Entry and Inspection

Procedure for Collecting Samples

Procedure for search and seizure

Procedure for Issue of Directions

Procedure for submission of samples for analysis

This guide is an additional aid to understanding the law. We have re-written some of the text in various and have not reproduced the exact text from the bare acts. While all efforts have been made to maintain the accuracy of this information, relevant official gazettes may be consulted for authenticity. The authors of this resource will not be responsible for any loss due to the information provided in this guide. Any discrepancy found may kindly be brought to our notice.