Q. Delhi is one of the most polluted cities of the world. Which of the following steps were taken by the government to reduce vehicular pollution in Delhi I. Phasing out of old vehicles II. Use of unleaded petrol III. Use of low sulphur petrol and diesel IV. Use of catalytic converters in vehicles V. Applying stringent pollution level norms for vehicles VI. Switch over of public transport from diesel/petrol to CNG Which of the statements given above are correct?
A) I, II and III
B) II, III, IV and V
C) I, III, IV and V
D) All of these
Explanation
Delhi has the maximum number of vehicles in India. The problem of air pollution was so serious in Delhi. So, the Supreme Court directed the government to take appropriate measure for reducing pollution caused by automobiles through (i) Switch over of public transport from diesel/petrol to CNG (ii) Phasing out of old vehicles (iii) Use of unleaded petrol and reduced sulphur content of diesel (iv) Fitting the vehicles with catalytic converters (v) Compulsory regular check-up of pollution emission of vehicles and enforcement of Euro II norms
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.