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Bhutan Fishing (Amendment) Rules, 1992.

Country/Territory
Bhutan
Document type
Regulation
Date
1992
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Inland fisheries Fishing gear/fishing method Seasons Offences/penalties Fishing authorization Fishing charge Fishery management and conservation Authorization/permit
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Landlocked Developing Nations, Least Developed Countries, Southern Asia
Abstract

This Regulation regulates fishing in Bhutan. Fishing without a licence in any stream, lake, pond or river is strictly forbidden. A fishing licence shall be issued by the Head of the Department of Forestry, Divisional Forest Officers, or other persons empowered to do so by the Government. Article 4 specified periods during which fishing shall be prohibited. use of fishing methods specified in article 5 is strictly prohibited. Licence holders shall not catch more than eight fishes per day (art. 6). Remaining provisions prescribe offences and penalties and specify fishing licence fees.

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