Summary
The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 establishes a specialized court called the National Green Tribunal (NGT) to handle environmental disputes and violations. The NGT has jurisdiction over all civil cases related to environmental issues and has the power to hear appeals from orders and decisions of various environmental regulatory authorities. The Act also lays down the qualifications, appointments, and functioning of the NGT and its members, as well as the procedures and rules for adjudicating cases. The Act seeks to promote the protection and conservation of the environment and natural resources, and provides for remedies such as compensation and restitution in case of environmental damage.
