Q72.
In India, what is the role of the Coal Controller's Organization (CCO)? 1. CCO is the major source of Coal Statistics in Government of India. 2. It monitors progress of development of Captive Coal/Lignite blocks. 3. It hears any objection to the Government's notification relating to acquisition of coal-bearing areas. 4. It ensures that coal mining companies deliver the coal to end users in the prescribed time. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Answer
A
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct: Under the Collection of Statistics Act, 2008, Coal Controller is the statistical authority for coal and lignite statistics, responsible for carrying out Annual Coal and Lignite survey. Statement 2 is correct: CCO monitors Coal and Lignite blocks and their development. Statement 3 is correct: Under the Coal Bearing Area (Acquisition and Development) Act, 1957, Coal Controller is the competent authority to hear objections to the Central Government's Notification relating to acquisition of coal-bearing land. Statement 4 is not correct: Ensuring delivery of coal to end users in prescribed time is not explicitly listed as a CCO function.