Explanation – The CAQM covers “the National Capital Region (NCR) and its Adjoining Areas” which refers to “areas in the states of Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh adjoining the NCR where any source of pollution may cause adverse impact on air quality in the NCR.” The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) is a statutory body established by the Indian government to address air quality issues in the National Capital Region (NCR) and adjoining areas.

Source: AIR