About National Biodiversity Authority:
- It is a statutory body established under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002.
- It was formally set up in 2003.
- Headquarters: It is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
- Functions:
- The NBA performs facilitative, regulatory, and advisory functions for the Government of India, particularly on matters related to the conservation of biodiversity, sustainable use of biological resources, and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits derived from them.
- National Biodiversity Authority Composition
- Chairperson: An eminent person with proven knowledge and experience in biodiversity conservation, sustainable use of biological resources, and equitable sharing of benefits.
- 10 Ex-officio Members: Senior representatives from the Government of India, nominated to provide policy insights and ensure inter-ministerial coordination.
- 5 Non-Official Members: Experts and professionals from diverse fields related to biodiversity management, nominated to contribute independent perspectives and specialized expertise.
- Administrative Structure:
- State Biodiversity Boards (SBBs): Functioning at the state level to regulate access to biological resources within their jurisdiction.
- Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs): Established at the local village or panchayat level to promote grassroots-level biodiversity conservation and documentation.
