With reference to the National Green Tribunal (NGT), consider the following statements:1.It has jurisdiction over all civil cases that are related to the environment.2.The members hold office for a term of three years or till the age of sixty-five years, whichever is earlier and they are not eligible for re-appointment.3.The chairperson is appointed by the President in consultation with the Prime Minister. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q. With reference to the National Green Tribunal (NGT), consider the following statements:
1.It has jurisdiction over all civil cases that are related to the environment.
2.The members hold office for a term of three years or till the age of sixty-five years, whichever is earlier and they are not eligible for re-appointment.
3.The chairperson is appointed by the President in consultation with the Prime Minister.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 3 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 2 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: C

Notes:

National Green Tribunal (NGT) has jurisdiction over all civil cases that are related to the environment. The members hold office for a term of three years or till the age of sixty-five years whichever is earlier, and they are not eligible for re-appointment. Statement 3 is incorrect. The chairperson is appointed by the Central Government in consultation with the Chief Justice of India.

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