Does Assam have law for protecting peacocks in Silchar forests?

Peacocks in Silchar forests are protected under the Assam Rent Control Act 1972 read with the Wildlife Protection Act which prohibits hunting and trade in peacock parts. The Gauhati High Court has directed Assam forest departments to prevent peacock poaching in Silchar forests. Violations of the Assam Rent Control Act 1972 can lead to imprisonment and fine for hunting or possessing peacock feathers in Silchar. The Gauhati High Court has emphasized habitat conservation for peacocks in Silchar. Complaints about peacock poaching can be filed with the Silchar forest range officer. The Assam Rent Control Act 1972 may provide for community awareness programs in Silchar. Peacock deaths due to pesticide poisoning in Silchar agricultural areas have drawn Gauhati High Court scrutiny.