Section 11 of The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010
In the event of the occurrence of any vacancy in the office of the Chairperson of the Tribunal, by reason of his death, resignation or otherwise, such Judicial Member of the Tribunal as the Central Government may, by notification, authorise in this behalf, shall act as the Chairperson until the date on which a new Chairperson is appointed in accordance with the provisions of this Act.
Summary
- If the Chairperson's office becomes empty, someone must step in to lead.
- This can happen if the Chairperson dies, resigns, or is unable to work for other reasons.
- The person chosen to act as Chairperson must be a Judicial Member of the Tribunal.
- The Central Government is the authority that decides which Judicial Member will take over.
- The government must issue a formal notification to authorize this person to act as Chairperson.
- This arrangement lasts only until a new permanent Chairperson is officially appointed.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Can an Expert Member be chosen to act as the Chairperson?
No, the law specifies that it must be a Judicial Member of the Tribunal.
2. How long does the acting Chairperson stay in the role?
They stay until the date on which a new Chairperson is appointed following the legal rules.
3. Who decides which member gets to be the acting Chairperson?
The Central Government makes this choice and authorizes it through a notification.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 11 of The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010, what triggers the need for a Judicial Member to act as Chairperson?
Q2.Under Section 11 of The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010, what is the required method for the government to authorize an acting Chairperson?
Q3.Under Section 11 of The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010, when does the acting Chairperson's authority end?