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Wild Life (Protection) Amendment Act, 2006 (Act No. 39 of 2006).

Country/Territory
India
Document type
Legislation
Date
2006
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act further to amend the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Endangered species Wild fauna Protected area Institution Protection of species Indigenous peoples
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Abstract

This Act amends the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972. Its purpose is to strengthen the conservation of tigers and other endangered species by combating crimes against them through the special Crime Control Bureau.

Full text
English
Website
www.commonlii.org

References - Legislation

Amends

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