Wildlife protection act: THEWILDLIFE (PROTECTION) ACT

THEWILDLIFE (PROTECTION) ACT, 1972 (No. 53 of 1972) (9th September, 1972) AnActto provide for theprotectionof [Wild animals, birds and plants]1 and for matters connected therewith or ancillary or incidental thereto. 2 [""] An Act to provide for the protection of wild animals, birds and plants in India.It defines various terms, such as animal, animal article, hunting, sanctuary, and specifies penalties and procedures for offences and violations. Jun 17, 2025 ·Wildlife Protection Act1972, Salient Features, Schedules, AmendmentWildlife Protection Actof India 1972 is a comprehensive legislation that provides for the conservation &protectionofwildlifein India. Read all aboutWildlife Protection Act1972 in this article.