Does Jharkhand have law for protecting peacocks in Dhanbad forests?
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Peacocks in Dhanbad 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 Dhanbad forests.
Violations of the Jharkhand Rent Control Act 2016 can lead to imprisonment and fine for hunting or possessing peacock feathers in Dhanbad. The Jharkhand High Court has emphasized habitat conservation for peacocks in Dhanbad.
Complaints about peacock poaching can be filed with the Dhanbad forest range officer. The Jharkhand Rent Control Act 2016 may provide for community awareness programs in Dhanbad.
Peacock deaths due to pesticide poisoning in Dhanbad agricultural areas have drawn Jharkhand High Court scrutiny.
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