Armex,a large nuclear power plant,has been in the news for a radioactive leak caused by a probable structural defect.This has endangered the lives of the employees at the plant as well as those of people staying in nearby areas.This safety violation is likely to be taken up by the ________ for corrective action,which could include closure of the plant.

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The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is responsible for regulating nuclear power plants in the United States and ensuring their safety. In the case of a safety violation such as a radioactive leak, the NRC would take corrective action, which could include shutting down the plant. The other options, the Federal Nuclear Agency, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and Nuclear Waste Policy Commission, do not have the same regulatory oversight over nuclear power plants.

Armex,a Large Nuclear Power Plant,has Been in the News for a Radioactive