In which of the following years, the Environment (Protection) Act passed by the Government of India ?

The Environment (Protection) Act was passed by the Government of India in 1986. It was enacted under Article 253 of the Indian Constitution, which empowers the Parliament to make laws for implementing international agreements. The Act was a response to the Bhopal Gas Tragedy of 1984 and aimed to fulfill India's obligations under the 1972 United Nations Conference on the Human Environment (Stockholm Conference).

Known as an "umbrella" legislation, it provides a comprehensive framework for the coordination of various central and state authorities. It empowers the Central Government to establish environmental quality standards, regulate industrial locations, and manage hazardous substances. Other options like 1982, 1990, and 1992 do not correspond to the enactment year of this specific landmark legislation.