Features of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972:

Question 1

Coverage: Extended to the entire country, with administration carried out by wildlife wardens and their staff.

Answer 1

State Wildlife Advisory Boards: Established to assist in wildlife management

Question 2

Regulation of Hunting and Trade: The Act provides strict regulations on hunting animals and birds and the trade of animal products and trophies.

Answer 2

Sanctuaries and National Parks: State governments can declare an area a Sanctuary or National Park by notification without needing to pass a law.

Question 3

Sanctuaries and National Parks: State governments can declare an area a Sanctuary or National Park by notification without needing to pass a law.

Answer 3

Central Zoo Authority: Manages zoos under Section 38(C) of the WPA.

Question 4

Penalties: Judicially imposed penalties are in place for violations of the Act.

Answer 4

Prohibition of Taxidermy: The Act bans the preservation of dead wild animals as trophies