Question
Download Solution PDFWhich one of the following is the principal place of sitting of the National Green Tribunal?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe Correct Answer is New Delhi.
Key Points
- New Delhi is the Principal Place of Sitting of the Tribunal.
- Bhopal, Pune, Kolkata, and Chennai are the circuit branch of the tribunal.
Important Points
- The National Green Tribunal (‘NGT’) was established on 18th October 2010 under the National Green Tribunal Act 2010.
- It is a specialized body equipped with the necessary expertise to handle environmental disputes involving multi-disciplinary issues.
- NGT is mandated to make disposal of applications or appeals finally within 6 months of the filing of the same.
- The Tribunal is not bound by the procedure laid down under the Code of Civil Procedure 1908, but shall be guided by principles of 'natural justice'.
Additional Information
Composition of NGT
- The Tribunal comprises of the Chairperson, the Judicial Members, and Expert Members.
- They shall hold office for a term of five years and are not eligible for reappointment.
- The Chairperson is appointed by the Central Government in consultation with the Chief Justice of India (CJI).
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