Environmental Impact Assessment

Why it matters

• Integrates environmental concerns into the developmental planning process to achieve sustainable growth.
• Provides a framework for public participation and transparency in project approval.
• Facilitates the identification of alternatives and mitigation measures to minimize ecological degradation.
• Acts as a regulatory tool to ensure compliance with national environmental standards and legal frameworks.

How it is asked

Focus on the procedural stages of the assessment, the role of the Expert Appraisal Committee, the legal basis under environmental protection legislation, and the balance between industrial development and ecological conservation.