USA HISTORY

THE 1970S 1969 1979

FOREIGN POLICIES OF PRESIDENT NIXON

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the function of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)?
A
to develop America’s natural resources
B
to reduce air and water pollution and protect the enviroment
C
to protect Americans from acts of terrorism
D
to manage the nation’s parks and forests
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Environmental Protection Agency protects people and the environment from significant health risks, sponsors and conducts research, and develops and enforces environmental regulations.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 authorizes the central government to protect and improve environmental quality, control and reduce pollution from all sources, and prohibit or restrict the setting and /or operation of any industrial facility on environmental grounds.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is an independent executive agency responsible for controlling pollution of the air and water, as well as environmental damage from solid waste, pesticides, radiation, and toxic substances.

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