Frequently Asked Questions
What were the reasons behind Bhopal gas tragedy?
The reasons behind Bhopal gas tragedy was a large volume of water had been introduced into the MIC tank and has caused a chemical reaction which did force the pressure release valve, which allowed the gas to leak.
What is the name of Bhopal gas case law?
The name is Union Carbide Corporation v.
Which gas was leaked in the Bhopal Gas Tragedy?
The gas which was leaked in the Bhopal Gas Tragedy is methyl isocyanate.
Was Bhopal gas tragedy an accident or experiment?
Bhopal gas tragedy was the world’s most worst industrial accident.
How many people died in the Bhopal Gas?
A total of 3,787 deaths were registered related to the gas release in case of Bhopal Gas Tragedy.
What were the four main demands of the Bhopal Gas victims?
The 4 demands of Bhopal Gas victims include:
- Proper medical treatment.
- Adequate compensation.
- Fixation of criminal responsibility
- Steps for prevention of such disasters in future.
How was Bhopal Gas Tragedy fixed?
Bhopal Gas Tragedy was fixed with construction of a secure landfill for holding the wastes from the two on-site solar evaporation ponds.
Bhopal Gas Tragedy : Causes, effects and aftermath
The Bhopal gas tragedy occurred at midnight of December 2nd- 3rd December 1984 at the Union Carbide India Ltd (UCIL) pesticide facility in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. This catastrophe affected around 500,000 people along with many animals. People who were exposed are still suffering as a result of the gas leak’s long-term health impacts. Chronic eye difficulties and respiratory problems were some issues due to it. Children who have been exposed have stunted growth and cognitive impairments.
Table of Content
- Bhopal Gas Tragedy
- Background
- Bhopal Gas Tragedy Case Study
- Causes of Bhopal Gas Tragedy
- Effects of Bhopal Gas Tragedy
- Aftermath of Bhopal Gas Tragedy
Bhopal Gas Tragedy