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Punjab Protected Areas Act 2020.

Country/Territory
Pakistan
Territorial subdivision
Punjab
Document type
Legislation
Date
2020
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to provide for the protection, preservation, conservation and management of ecologically important areas.
Subject
Environment gen., Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Basic legislation Protected area Biodiversity Ecosystem preservation Offences/penalties Policy/planning Protection of environment Protection of habitats Research Wetlands Sustainable development Sustainable use Endangered species Protection of species Wild fauna Wild flora Community management
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Abstract

This Act is enacted to provide for the protection, preservation, conservation and management of ecologically important areas. The Act consists of 34 Sections divided into 5 Chapters: Preliminary; Protected Areas; Management Authorities; Offences and Penalties; Miscellaneous.

Full text
English
Website
punjablaws.gov.pk