FAQs and MCQs on National Green Tribunal (NGT)
1. Who is the present chairman of National Green Tribunal?
Justice Prakash Shrivastava is the chairman of National Green Tribunal, since August 21, 2023. He was previously the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court.
2. What is the role of National Green Tribunal?
National Green Tribunal deals with the speedy disposal of cases relating to environmental protection and conservation of forests and other natural resources.
3. How many national green tribunals are there in India?
India has one National Green Tribunal with its headquarter at New Delhi. Regional benches are at Bhopal, Kolkata, Chennai and Pune.
4. What is National Green Tribunal guided by?
National Green Tribunal is not bound by the procedure laid down by the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, but it is guided by principles of natural justice.
5. Is NGT an independent body?
Yes, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) is an independent quasi-judicial body in India. It was established under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010. It addresses the environmental disputes and ensures the enforcement of environmental laws.
6. What type of body is the NGT?
NGT is quasi Judicial body with the authority to hear and adjudicate on civil cases related to environmental issues. It functions independently to ensure the effective resolution and enforcement of environmental laws.
7. Is National Green Tribunal a constitutional body?
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a statutory body that was established by the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010. It was set up to deal with the cases related to environmental issues.
National Green Tribunal (NGT) – UPSC Notes
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a statutory body in India set up under the National Green Tribunal Act (2010) for effective and expeditious disposal of cases relating to environmental protection and conservation of forests and other natural resources. It draws inspiration from Article 21 of the Indian Constitution which assures the right to a healthy environment. It comprises judicial and expert members, headed by a chairperson. The Headquarters of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) is in New Delhi and the Regional benches are:
- Bhopal: Central Zone Bench
- Pune: Western Zone Bench
- Kolkata: Eastern Zone Bench
- Chennai: Southern Zone Bench
Table of Content
- What is National Green Tribunal (NGT)?
- Objective and Mandate of National Green Tribunal
- Composition of National Green Tribunal
- Powers and Jurisdiction of NGT
- Importance of National Green Tribunal
- Challenges of the National Green Tribunal
- Landmark Judgments of NGT
- FAQs and MCQs on National Green Tribunal (NGT)