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