Q. With reference to the National Green Tribunal (NGT), consider the following statements:
1.The Chairperson of the NGT must be a retired Supreme Court Judge or a Chief Justice of a High Court.
2.The NGT has jurisdiction over cases arising under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 and the Indian Forest Act, 1927.
3.The NGT is not bound by the Civil Procedure Code and follows the principles of natural justice.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct — The NGT Chairperson must be a retired Supreme Court Judge or Chief Justice of a High Court.
- Statement 2 is incorrect — The NGT does NOT have jurisdiction over the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 and Indian Forest Act, 1927.
- Statement 3 is correct — The NGT is not bound by the CPC and is guided by principles of natural justice for speedy disposal.
Source- NIE
