Atomic Energy Regulation MCQ — 100 Practice Questions with Answers

Q1. Consider the following statements about AERB regulatory authority and mandate: 1. AERB authority is derived from rules and notifications under the Atomic Energy Act and the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. 2. AERB enforces rules under the Atomic Energy Act, 1962 for radiological safety in the country. 3. AERB administers the Factories Act, 1948 for industrial safety in all Indian factories, including non-DAE units. 4. AERB administers industrial safety provisions in DAE units under its purview. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q2. Consider the following statements about the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010: 1. The liability of the operator of a nuclear installation is strict and based on no-fault liability. 2. The operator remains liable when nuclear damage is directly caused by a grave natural disaster of exceptional character. 3. An operator need not maintain insurance or other financial security before beginning operation of a nuclear installation. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. A PIB reply states that responsibility for safety of civilian nuclear facilities in India lies solely with AERB. 2. The same reply describes AERB's Integrated Management System as covering nuclear safety, radiation protection and nuclear security. 3. Once licensed, nuclear installations are not subject to regular AERB inspections; compliance is verified only at renewal. 4. Even in extreme non-compliance, AERB can issue recommendations but cannot suspend or revoke the operating licence. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q4. 1. AERB says the facilities and activities under its purview include nuclear facilities, radiation facilities and transport of radioactive material. 2. A radiation facility includes only radioisotopes in medicine and excludes radiation-generating units. 3. A nuclear facility covers all nuclear fuel-cycle and associated installations from the front end to the back end of the fuel cycle. 4. Radioactive waste management is listed as an activity under AERB's purview. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q5. Consider the following statements about the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board: 1. AERB was constituted on November 15, 1983. 2. AERB derives its regulatory authority from rules and notifications under the Atomic Energy Act, 1962 and the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. 3. AERB administers the Factories Act, 1948 for all industrial units in India. Which of the statements given above are correct?