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National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 (Act No. 19 of 2010).

Country/Territory
India
Document type
Legislation
Date
2010
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to provide for the establishment of a National Green Tribunal for the effective and expeditious disposal of cases relating to environmental protection and conservation of forests and other natural resources including enforcement of any legal right relating to environment and giving relief and compensation for damages to persons and property and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
Subject
Environment gen., Water
Keyword
Court/tribunal Dispute settlement Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Liability/compensation Offences/penalties Sustainable use
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Entry into force notes
This Act enters into force on such date as the Central Government may appoint.
Abstract

This Act provides for the establishment of a tribunal to be known as the National Green Tribunal to exercise the jurisdiction, powers and authority conferred on it by or under this Act.

Full text
English
Website
envfor.nic.in

References - Legislation

Repeals

National Environment Appelate Authority Act, 1997.

Legislation | India | 1997

Keyword: Institution, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Dispute settlement, Enforcement/compliance, Environmental audit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

National Environment Tribunal Act, 1995 (Act No. 27 of 1995).

Legislation | India | 1995

Keyword: Court/tribunal, Dispute settlement, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Hazardous substances, Liability/compensation, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Implemented by

Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2010.

Legislation | India | 2010

Keyword: Wetlands, Protection forest, Forest management/forest conservation, Wildlife products, National parks, Protection of habitats, Cultural heritage, Management/conservation, Classification/declassification, Protected area

Source: FAO, FAOLEX