National Green Tribunal (NGT) Explained
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a specialised statutory body established under the NGT Act, 2010, for the effective and expeditious disposal of environmental cases.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a specialised statutory body established under the NGT Act, 2010, for the effective and expeditious disposal of environmental cases.
Jurisdiction
The NGT handles cases relating to environmental protection, forests and other natural resources, and can order relief, compensation and restoration of the environment.
Significance
It applies principles like sustainable development, the polluter-pays principle and the precautionary principle, making environmental justice more accessible.
Why it matters for UPSC
The NGT's statutory basis (2010 Act) and the principles it applies are commonly tested Environment and Polity facts.
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Under which law is the NGT established?
The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010.
Which principles does the NGT apply?
Sustainable development, the polluter-pays principle and the precautionary principle.