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Kerala Captive Elephant (Management and Maintenance) Rules, 2003.

Country/Territory
India
Territorial subdivision
Kerala
Document type
Regulation
Date
2003
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Ranching/captive breeding Management/conservation Wild fauna Animal welfare Keeping of live animals Transport/storage
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Abstract

These Rules regulate the management and maintenance of captive elephants.

Full text
English
Website
india.gov.in

References - Legislation

Implements

Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 (No. 53 of 1972).

Legislation | India | 1972 (2006)

Keyword: Ecosystem preservation, Sustainable use, Indigenous peoples, Basic legislation, Hunting/capture, Hunting authorization/permit, Institution, Wildlife products, Protected area, Endangered species, International trade, Expropriation, Offences/penalties, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX