The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 was enacted to provide effective and speedy disposal of environmental cases in India. The NGT deals with matters related to environmental protection, conservation of forests, and enforcement of legal rights related to the environment. It ensures quick justice by involving experts along with judicial members. The Tribunal follows the principles of sustainable development, precautionary principle, and polluter pays principle. By reducing the burden on regular courts, the NGT strengthens environmental governance and improves accountability for environmental damage.