With reference to National Green Tribunal (NGT) consider the following statements:1.The tribunal is guided by principles of natural justice and is not bound by the mainstream code of civil procedure.2.The members of the tribunal hold office for a term of five years and are not eligible for reappointment.3.The chairperson is appointed by the President of India.4.It acts as an important institution for promoting economic justice.How many of the statements given above are correct?

Q. With reference to National Green Tribunal (NGT) consider the following statements:
1.The tribunal is guided by principles of natural justice and is not bound by the mainstream code of civil procedure.
2.The members of the tribunal hold office for a term of five years and are not eligible for reappointment.
3.The chairperson is appointed by the President of India.
4.It acts as an important institution for promoting economic justice..
How many of the statements given above are correct?

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] Only three

[D] All four

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. NGT is guided by principles of natural justice and is not bound by the mainstream code of civil procedure. The members of the tribunal hold office for a term of five years and are not eligible for reappointment.

Statements 3 and 4 are incorrect. The chairperson is appointed by the Central Government in consultation with the Chief Justice of India. It acts as an important institution for safeguarding the environment and promoting environmental justice.

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