Q. Which of the following activities is/are not permitted within the Coastal Regulation Zone under Coastal Aquaculture Authority (Amendment) Act, 2023?
1.Hatcheries
2.Eco – resorts
3.Broodstock multiplication centers
Select the correct answer from below given codes:
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation: About Coastal Aquaculture Authority (Amendment) Act, 2023:
- Broaden the definition of “coastal aquaculture” removing the ambiguity existing between the farm and other verticals of coastal aquaculture.
- Registration granted under Coastal Aquaculture Authority Act shall prevail and be treated as valid permission under Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification.
- Permitting certain aquaculture activities in CRZ areas like hatcheries, nucleus breeding centres, and broodstock multiplication centres.
- Prevent the use of antibiotics and pharmacologically active substances.
Source: FORUMIAS
