Which of the following is not a major functions of Ministry of Environment and forests?

1. Survey of flora and fauna and wildlife
2. Ensuring welfare of animals
3. Prevention of pollution
4. Afforestation

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 1 2 and 3 only
d) 1,2,3 and 4

Ans – [A] 

Explanation – MoEF is nodal agency in the admin structure of the Union govt for the planning promotion coordination and overseeing the implementation of India’s environmental and forestry policies and programmes.

Broad objectives are
1. Conservation of forest, flora , fauna and wildlife
2. Prevention and control of pollution
3. Afforestation
4. Ensuring welfare of animals
5. Protection of environment