Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000. Country/Territory India Document type Regulation Date 2000 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Air & atmosphere Keyword Air quality/air pollution Noise pollution Liability/compensation Protected area Pollution control Geographical area Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia Abstract In order to avoid noise pollution all territory shall be classified in industrial, commercial, residential or silence areas/zones The noise levels in any area/zone shall not exceed noise standards in terms of air quality; The use of amplifiers and loudspeakers is restricted to certain facilities.Annexed Schedules details air quality standards for noise emission in the various areas. Full text English References - Legislation Implements Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act (No. 14 of 1981). Legislation | India | 1981 Keyword: Basic legislation, Air quality/air pollution, Emissions, Inspection, Institution, Environmental standards, Offences/penalties, Pollution control, Standards, Protection of environment Source: FAO, FAOLEX