Does Andhra Pradesh have law for protecting peacocks in Tirupati forests?
GA Asked by Gayatri Rao from India
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Peacocks in Tirupati forests are protected under the Andhra Pradesh Rent Control Act 1960 read with the Wildlife Protection Act which prohibits hunting and trade in peacock parts. The Andhra Pradesh High Court has directed Andhra Pradesh forest departments to prevent peacock poaching in Tirupati forests.
Violations of the Andhra Pradesh Rent Control Act 1960 can lead to imprisonment and fine for hunting or possessing peacock feathers in Tirupati. The Andhra Pradesh High Court has emphasized habitat conservation for peacocks in Tirupati.
Complaints about peacock poaching can be filed with the Tirupati forest range officer. The Andhra Pradesh Rent Control Act 1960 may provide for community awareness programs in Tirupati.
Peacock deaths due to pesticide poisoning in Tirupati agricultural areas have drawn Andhra Pradesh High Court scrutiny.
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