About Rapti River:
- Rapti River is the most important left bank tributary of the Ghaghra River.
- Historically, the Rapti River was known as Iravati.
- Origin: The Rapti River originates in Nepal near Rukumkot in the Mahabharat range of the lesser Himalayas.
- Topography: The entire basin's topography is made up of lofty mountains, inner and outer Tarai, and undulating plain regions.
- Burhi Rapti and Rohini are the major left bank tributaries of Rapti.
- After flowing through Nepal, it enters Eastern Uttar Pradesh.
Key Facts about National Green Tribunal
- It has been established under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010.
- It is a specialized body equipped with the necessary expertise to handle environmental disputes involving multi-disciplinary issues.
- It shall be guided by principles of natural justice.
- Mandate: The Tribunal is mandated to make and endeavour for disposal of applications or appeals finally within 6 months of filing of the case.
- Locations: New Delhi is the Principal Place of Sitting of the Tribunal and Bhopal, Pune, Kolkata and Chennai shall be the other four place of sitting of the Tribunal.
- Composition of NGT:
- Chairperson: A retired Supreme Court judge.
- Judicial members: Retired High Court judges.
- Expert members: Professionals with at least 15 years of experience in fields related to environment or forest conservation.
