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Under which Act ‘noise' has been specifically included as one of the pollutant:

A: The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

B: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

C: The Air (Prevention and control of pollution) Act, 1981

D: The Forest Act, 1980

The answer is: C

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The correct answer is (C) The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981.

The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 is an important legislation in India that aims to prevent and control air pollution. It specifically includes noise as one of the pollutants that can contribute to air pollution. The act provides provisions for the regulation and control of noise emissions from various sources such as industries, vehicles, construction sites, and public gatherings. It empowers the central and state pollution control boards to set standards for ambient noise levels and take measures to prevent and mitigate noise pollution. The act also outlines penalties and enforcement mechanisms for non-compliance with the prescribed noise standards.