Q:Adding another step to the lengthy green clearance chain, a new watchdog has been introduced to control the the impact of environmental damage to be caused by any project.
Latest Answer: Good Morning Amreesh,
The National Green Tribunal was established in 2010 for expeditious disposal of cases relating to environmental protection and conservation of forests. It can penalize, order status and restoration of damaged environment.
MoEF proposes and adjudicating authority to determine if violation is minor, non-substantial or substantial. It also proposes, draft bill not clear on what basis the distinction can be made.
