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What is the primary purpose of 'Environmental Impact Assessment' (EIA)?
ATo calculate the profit of a project
BTo identify and mitigate the environmental consequences of a project before it starts
CTo increase the tax on industries
DTo promote tourism
✓ Correct Answer: B — To identify and mitigate the environmental consequences of a project before it starts
EIA is a process of evaluating the likely environmental impacts of a proposed project or development.
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