Gen-2 Green Crackers and Judicial Pollution Control
Source:The Hindu ↗
हे का महत्त्वाचे आहे
This development bridges judicial oversight on environmental pollution with scientific advancements like CSIR-NEERI's Gen-2 green crackers, highlighting the technological solutions and regulatory mechanisms deployed to mitigate acute air pollution.
सारांश
The Supreme Court has allowed the limited and conditional release of second-generation (Gen-2) green crackers developed by CSIR-NEERI. These advanced eco-friendly firecrackers aim to substantially curb air pollution and hazardous emissions during festive seasons while addressing regulatory and judicial concerns surrounding environmental degradation and public health.
मुख्य मुद्दे
- The Supreme Court permitted the limited and conditional release/manufacture of Gen-2 green crackers developed by CSIR-NEERI.
- Gen-2 green crackers are designed to further lower particulate matter and toxic gas emissions compared to first-generation green crackers.
- The judicial intervention balances seasonal air pollution concerns during festive periods with scientific innovations in eco-friendly firecrackers and livelihood protection.
महत्त्वाच्या संज्ञा
Gen-2 green crackers
Eco-friendly fireworks developed with reformulated chemical compositions to significantly reduce particulate matter and hazardous emissions compared to traditional crackers while maintaining festive standards.
UPSC context
GS Paper III - Environment Conservation & Pollution Control; tests knowledge of technological interventions against air pollution.
CSIR-NEERI
A constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research specializing in environmental science and engineering research, responsible for developing green cracker technologies in India.
UPSC context
GS Paper III - Science & Technology / Environment; tests institutional mechanisms for environmental R&D.
पूर्वपरीक्षा सापळा
Green crackers are exclusively certified and monitored by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Aspirants often assume CPCB alone tests and certifies green crackers, ignoring the critical licensing mandate of PESO (Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation) and research development by CSIR-NEERI.
संबंधित स्थिर संकल्पना
What is the institutional framework for testing, certifying, and licensing green crackers in India?
- CSIR-NEERI Role: Formulates chemical formulations, dust-suppressing additives (zeolites), and ensures emission reduction compared to conventional crackers.
- PESO Mandate: Regulates and licenses the manufacture, storage, and transport of explosives under the Explosives Act, 1884.
- CPCB Oversight: Monitors ambient air quality parameters and sets overarching pollution standards during festive periods.
आंतर-विषय नमुने
Green Crackers vs Fundamental Rights
Judicial balancing of fundamental right to clean air (Article 21) versus the right to practice trade/occupation (Article 19(1)(g)) during festive seasons.
Indigenous R&D and Regulatory Compliance
CSIR labs partnering with PESO and CPCB show how indigenous R&D bridges the gap between statutory environmental limits and domestic manufacturing.
Gen-2 green crackers + CSIR-NEERI role + PESO/CPCB mandate makes a classic multi-statement UPSC Prelims matching question.
संबंधित PYQ · 2
संबंधित PYQ · 2
- 2018PrelimsGS1
How is the National Green Tribunal (NGT) different from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)? 1. The NGT has been established by an Act whereas the CPCB has been created by an executive order of the Government. 2. The NGT provides environmental justice and helps reduce the burden of litigation in the higher courts whereas the CPCB promotes cleanliness of streams and wells, and aims to improve the quality of air in the country. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 2020MainsGS3
What are the key features of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) initiated by the Government of India?
