Does Meghalaya have law for protecting peacocks in Shillong forests?

Peacocks in Shillong forests are protected under the Meghalaya Rent Control Act 2014 read with the Wildlife Protection Act which prohibits hunting and trade in peacock parts. The Meghalaya High Court has directed Meghalaya forest departments to prevent peacock poaching in Shillong forests. Violations of the Meghalaya Rent Control Act 2014 can lead to imprisonment and fine for hunting or possessing peacock feathers in Shillong. The Meghalaya High Court has emphasized habitat conservation for peacocks in Shillong. Complaints about peacock poaching can be filed with the Shillong forest range officer. The Meghalaya Rent Control Act 2014 may provide for community awareness programs in Shillong. Peacock deaths due to pesticide poisoning in Shillong agricultural areas have drawn Meghalaya High Court scrutiny.