Does Gujarat have law for protecting peacocks in Jamnagar forests?
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Peacocks in Jamnagar forests are protected under the Gujarat Rent Control Act 1999 read with the Wildlife Protection Act which prohibits hunting and trade in peacock parts. The Gujarat High Court has directed Gujarat forest departments to prevent peacock poaching in Jamnagar forests.
Violations of the Gujarat Rent Control Act 1999 can lead to imprisonment and fine for hunting or possessing peacock feathers in Jamnagar. The Gujarat High Court has emphasized habitat conservation for peacocks in Jamnagar.
Complaints about peacock poaching can be filed with the Jamnagar forest range officer. The Gujarat Rent Control Act 1999 may provide for community awareness programs in Jamnagar.
Peacock deaths due to pesticide poisoning in Jamnagar agricultural areas have drawn Gujarat High Court scrutiny.
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