Jammu and Kashmir Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1978 (Act No. VIII of 1978). Country/Territory India Territorial subdivision Jammu and Kashmir Document type Legislation Date 1978 (2002) Source FAO, FAOLEX Long titleAn Act to provide for the protection of wild animals, birds and plants and for matters connected therewith or ancillary or incidental thereto. Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Basic legislation Hunting/capture Hunting authorization/permit Institution Wildlife products Protected area Endangered species International trade Expropriation Offences/penalties Protection of species Geographical area Asia, Southern Asia Abstract This Act provides for the conservation and management of wild species, wild flora and habitats in the Jammu and Kashmir State. Full text English Website india.gov.in References - Legislation Amended by Wildlife Life (Protection) Amendment Act, 2006 (No. 39 of 2006). Legislation | India | 2006 | Repealed Keyword: Hunting/capture, Institution, Protected area, Endangered species, Biodiversity, Management/conservation, Special fund, Protection of species Source: FAO, FAOLEX