Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

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Importance of Wildlife

  • What is wildlife?
  • Need for Wildlife Protection

Objectives and Salient Features of the Act

  • Constitutional Provisions for Wildlife Protection
  • Need for the Wildlife Protection Act
  • Objectives of the Wildlife Protection Act
  • Salient Features of the Wildlife Protection Act
  • Extent and Applicability of the Wildlife Protection Act

Definitions and Meaning of Terms Used Under the Act (Section 2)

  • Definitions and meaning of Terms Used in the Act

Hunting of Wild Animals

  • Definition of Hunting Under the Act
  • Scheduled Species
  • Cases, When Hunting is Permitted
  • Grant of Permit for Special Purpose
  • Prohibition of Hunting

Upcoming Topics

  • Protected Areas (sanctuaries and National Parks)
  • Central Zoo Authority
  • Trade and Commerce in Wild Animals, Animal Articles and Trophies
  • Offences and Penalties Under the Act

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