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

Country/Territory
India
Document type
Legislation
Date
2006
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Hunting/capture Institution Protected area Endangered species Biodiversity Management/conservation Special fund Protection of species
Geographical area
Asia, Southern Asia
Entry into force notes
The Act enters into force upon notification in the Official Gazette.
Abstract

The Act further amends the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972. After Chapter IVA thereof, a new Chapter is being added and is entitled “Chapter IVB”. Its definitions and provisions define the establishment of the National Tiger Conservation Authority, which consists of a Steering Committee constituted by the Central Government to exercise the powers conferred on, and to perform the functions assigned to it under this Act. The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) shall evaluate, assess and

Full text
English
Website
www.moef.nic.in

References - Legislation

Amends

Jammu and Kashmir Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1978 (Act No. VIII of 1978).

Legislation | India | 1978 (2002)

Keyword: 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

Repealed by

Repealing and Amending Act, 2016

Legislation | India | 2016

Keyword: Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Enforcement/compliance

Source: FAO, FAOLEX