Powers and Functions — Mains Strategy
Mains Strategy
For Mains, a comprehensive and analytical approach is required. Beyond factual knowledge, you must be able to critically evaluate the NGT's role, impact, and challenges. Structure your answers with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.
In the body, systematically discuss its powers and functions, citing relevant sections of the NGT Act, 2010, and connecting them to environmental principles (polluter pays, precautionary, sustainable development).
Incorporate important NGT judgments and landmark cases as 'value addition' to substantiate your arguments. Analyze its institutional strengths (specialized expertise, expeditious disposal) and weaknesses (implementation challenges, jurisdictional overlaps, resource constraints).
Discuss its interplay with other environmental laws (EPA, Water Act, Air Act) and regulatory bodies (CPCB, SPCBs). For questions on environmental governance, compare NGT with traditional courts, highlighting the advantages of specialized tribunals.
In your conclusion, offer a balanced perspective and suggest constructive reforms or policy recommendations. Practice writing answers within word limits, focusing on clarity, coherence, and analytical depth.
Regularly update your notes with recent NGT orders and their implications for current affairs, as dynamic questions are common in GS-III.