Justice Sanjiv Khanna Appointed as Chairperson of NGT
The Union Government has appointed retired Supreme Court judge Justice Sanjiv Khanna as the new Chairperson of the National Green Tribunal (NGT).
Key Points for Quick Revision
- Justice Sanjiv Khanna is the new Chairperson of the National Green Tribunal (NGT).
- The NGT was established under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010.
- The tribunal handles cases related to environmental protection and conservation.
- The Chairperson of NGT is typically a retired judge of the Supreme Court.
How This Topic is Tested in Competitive Exams
| Exam | Frequency | Approx. Marks | What Gets Asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPSC / State PCS | Very High | 15–25 | Polity is a core UPSC subject. Both Prelims and Mains test constitutional provisions in depth. |
| SSC (CGL / CHSL / MTS) | High | 4–6 | Questions on constitutional amendments, Parliament, and schemes appear in every SSC paper. |
| State PCS / PSC | High | 5–10 | State PCS papers test both central and state government structures. |
What to Memorize from This Topic
- Article numbers related to the topic (e.g., Article 356 for President's Rule)
- Constitutional bodies: composition, tenure, appointment authority
- Recent amendments and their impact
- Supreme Court / High Court judgements mentioned in news
- Government schemes: ministry, launch year, beneficiaries
Practice Questions
Q1. Under which Act was the National Green Tribunal (NGT) established?
- Environment Protection Act, 1986
- National Green Tribunal Act, 2010
- Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
- Water Act, 1974
Explanation: The NGT was established in 2010 under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010.
Q2. Who appoints the Chairperson of the National Green Tribunal?
- Chief Justice of India
- President of India
- Central Government in consultation with CJI
- Ministry of Environment
Explanation: The Chairperson of the NGT is appointed by the Central Government in consultation with the Chief Justice of India (CJI).
How to Prepare Indian Polity & Governance for Government Exams
Map every news item to an Article or provision in the Constitution. This is what UPSC Prelims directly tests.
For SSC and Railway, focus on the practical side — who appoints whom, term lengths, and what each body does.
Note the date and context of any constitutional amendment or ordinance. Questions are often framed around the 'first time' or 'most recent' event.