Q. Which of the following statements on fire safety in India is/are correct?

1. National Building Code was first published in 1970 and third edition was published in 2016.
2. The fire service is a union list subject.
3. Model Building Byelaws states that point specific responsibility for fire related clearance rests with the Chief Fire Officer.

Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:  
Answer: Only 1 & 3
Notes: The National Building Code (NBC), published by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), serves as India's primary code for building construction and fire safety. The NBC has three editions: the first in 1970, the second in 2005, and the third in 2016. Fire prevention and protection are governed by State Regulations or Municipal By-Laws. The Model Building ByeLaws, 2003, assign fire clearance responsibilities to the Chief Fire Officer. Fire safety audits assess compliance with the NBC and relevant standards, and the Maharashtra Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Rules, 2009, mandate biannual audits for building owners and residents, with reports submitted to the fire department.

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