Consider the following statements regarding the process of Environment Impact Assessment in India:
1. Though EIA was first introduced for river valley projects, it is now mandatory for over 30 classes of projects.
2. The EIA process in India is a six staged process.
3. The Environmental Impact Assessment Authority (EIAA) constituted under the Environment Protection Act, 1986 is the nodal centre for EIA approval in India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1
1 and 2 only
2
2 and 3 only
3
1 and 3 only
4
All of the above