Does Jharkhand have law for protecting peacocks in Bokaro forests?
ME Asked by Meera Krishnan from India
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Peacocks in Bokaro forests are protected under the Jharkhand Rent Control Act 2016 read with the Wildlife Protection Act which prohibits hunting and trade in peacock parts. The Jharkhand High Court has directed Jharkhand forest departments to prevent peacock poaching in Bokaro forests.
Violations of the Jharkhand Rent Control Act 2016 can lead to imprisonment and fine for hunting or possessing peacock feathers in Bokaro. The Jharkhand High Court has emphasized habitat conservation for peacocks in Bokaro.
Complaints about peacock poaching can be filed with the Bokaro forest range officer. The Jharkhand Rent Control Act 2016 may provide for community awareness programs in Bokaro.
Peacock deaths due to pesticide poisoning in Bokaro agricultural areas have drawn Jharkhand High Court scrutiny.
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