National Green Tribunal Act, 2010

The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010
Parliament of India
  • An Act to provide for the establishment of a National Green Tribunal (NGT) 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 the environment and giving relief and compensation for damages to persons and property and matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
CitationAct No. 19 of 2010
Enacted byParliament of India
Enacted5 May 2010
Assented to18 October 2010
Legislative history
Introduced31 July 2009
Committee report24 November 2009
Status: In force

The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 is an Act of the Parliament of India which enables the creation of a special tribunal for the expeditious disposal of the cases pertaining to environmental issues. It draws inspiration from Article 21 of India's constitution, on the protection of life and personal liberty, which assures the citizens of India the right to a healthy environment. This Act serves as the basis for the establishment of the National Green Tribunal (NGT).

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