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The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is an important environmental authority in India that deals exclusively with cases related to environmental protection. It was formed to provide a specialised and faster justice system for environmental matters.
Let’s look at the main functions of National Green Tribunal in a simple way:

1. Resolving Environmental Complaints
NGT handles complaints related to:
Industrial pollution
Illegal mining
Waste disposal issues
Damage to forests, rivers, and wetlands
Citizens, NGOs, and affected parties can approach NGT directly.

2. Monitoring Environmental Compliance
The Tribunal ensures that:
Industries follow environmental clearances
Pollution control norms are complied with
Government authorities implement environmental safeguards
Non-compliance can lead to penalties or shutdown orders.

3. Applying Environmental Principles
NGT actively applies important principles like:
Polluter Pays Principle
Precautionary Principle
Sustainable Development Principle
These principles help prevent long-term environmental damage.

4. Issuing Directions & Corrective Measures
NGT has the authority to:
Issue binding directions
Stop harmful projects
Order environmental restoration
Impose environmental compensation
Its orders are legally enforceable.

5. Acting as an Appellate Forum
Any person aggrieved by decisions of:
Pollution Control Boards
Environmental clearance authorities
can file an appeal before the NGT.

Why NGT Is Important
The National Green Tribunal bridges the gap between environmental protection and economic development, ensuring that growth does not come at the cost of nature.
Forum Question
Has the National Green Tribunal been effective in controlling environmental violations in recent years? Share examples or opinions.
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