The Government of India passed the "Destructive Insects and Pests Act" in the year:

Correct option is A

The Destructive Insects and Pests Act (DIP Act) was passed by the Government of India in 1914. It is a legislative measure enacted to prevent the introduction and spread of harmful pests and diseases affecting plants and crops in India.
�� Key Features of the Destructive Insects and Pests Act, 1914:
· Objective: To regulate the import and export of plants, seeds, and agricultural produce to prevent the introduction of exotic pests and diseases into India.
· Authority: Empowers the Central and State Governments to:
· Inspect, quarantine, and restrict movement of plants and plant products.
· Take preventive and control measures against pest outbreaks.
· Plant Quarantine Stations: Established under this Act to screen imported plant materials for harmful organisms.
· The Act provides a legal basis for India’s plant quarantine system, helping safeguard agricultural biosecurity.