Does Karnataka have law for protecting peacocks in Tumkur forests?
RA Asked by Rakesh Jha from India
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Peacocks in Tumkur 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 Tumkur forests.
Violations of the Karnataka Rent Control Act 1999 can lead to imprisonment and fine for hunting or possessing peacock feathers in Tumkur. The Karnataka High Court has emphasized habitat conservation for peacocks in Tumkur.
Complaints about peacock poaching can be filed with the Tumkur forest range officer. The Karnataka Rent Control Act 1999 may provide for community awareness programs in Tumkur.
Peacock deaths due to pesticide poisoning in Tumkur agricultural areas have drawn Karnataka High Court scrutiny.
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