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