The President of India created the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board on November 15, 1983, to carry out specific regulatory and safety responsibilities under the Atomic Energy Act, 1962. The Atomic Energy Regulation Board (AERB) is empowered to issue regulations and notices under both the Atomic Energy Act and the Environment (Protection) Act of 1986.
Mission
The AERB's goal is to make sure that using ionizing radiation and nuclear energy does not represent an unacceptable risk to the environment or to human health in India.
Mandate
To guarantee radiological protection in the nation, the Atomic Energy Act of 1962's rules and laws must be enforced by the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB).
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