Q. Which among the following authorities in India has ceased to exist after recent changes in the legislations?
Answer: National Environment Appellate Authority
Notes: The National Environment Appellate Authority (NEAA) was established by the Ministry of Environment and Forests to address cases where environmental clearances are required in restricted areas. The NEAA was established by the National Environment Appellate Authority Act of 1997. The NEAA's head office is in Delhi. The NEAA was replaced by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) on October 18, 2010. The NGT was established under the NGT Act of 2010. The NGT is a specialized body that handles environmental disputes that involve multi-disciplinary issues.