Define the term 'substantial question relating to environment' under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010.
CS Executive · Economic and Commercial Laws · PYQS · December 2015
Define the term 'substantial question relating to environment' under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010.
Answer & Explanation:
According to Section 2(m) of the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 the term "substantial question relating to environment" shall include an instance where,- there is a direct violation of a specific statutory environmental obligation by a person by which,- (A) the community at large other than an individual or group of individuals is affected or likely to be affected by the environmental consequences; or (B) the gravity of damage to the environment or property is substantial; or (C) the damage to public health is broadly measurable; the environmental consequences relate to a specific activity or a point source of pollution.
Topics: National Green Tribunal Act, 2010
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