Which of the following statements is are correct with reference to the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)?
A. It targets to achieve 20% to 30% reduction in Particulate Matter concentrations by 2024 (with 2017 as base year).
B. A National Knowledge Network comprising leading air quality specialists has also been constituted as a technical advisory group to support activities under NCAP.
C. Both A & B
D. None of these
Explanation:
Representatives of State Pollution Control Boards, Urban Local Bodies & Institutes of Repute (IoR) for 132 identified cities signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for implementation of city specific action plans under National Clean Air Programme (NCAP). It targets to achieve 20% to 30% reduction in Particulate Matter concentrations by 2024 (with 2017 as base year). A National Knowledge Network comprising leading air quality specialists has also been constituted as a technical advisory group to support activities under NCAP and guide local Institutes of Repute (IoRs) in conducting air quality researches.
