Environment and Ecology
2015
National Conservation Efforts
Environmental Impact Assessment

Which of the following is/are the function/functions of the National Green Tribunal?

  1. To adjudicate environmental disputes
  2. To approve infrastructure projects
  3. To monitor the implementation of environmental regulations

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A.1 only
D.1, 2 and 3
B.1 and 3 only
C.2 and 3 only

Correct Answer: Option B

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is primarily responsible for:

  • Adjudicating environmental disputes: The NGT handles cases related to environmental protection and conservation.
  • Monitoring the implementation of environmental regulations: It oversees how environmental laws and rules are being put into practice.

The NGT's functions do not include:

  • Approving infrastructure projects: This is typically the role of environmental appraisal committees and relevant governmental authorities.

Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is not correct. Statement 3 is correct.

Hence, only statements 1 and 3 are correct.