Jammu and Kashmir Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1978 (Act No. VIII of 1978). Country/Territory Jammu and Kashmir (India) 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 Indigenous peoples 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