Question 1 : Recently the government of Kerala has sought Union government's approval for using deer antlers (Wildlife trophy) in Ayurveda medicines. Which of the following statements is incorrect with respect to a 'wildlife trophy'?
a) It is defined as the "whole or any part of any captive animal or wild animal".
b) It is considered to be owned by the government.
c) The Environment Protection Act,1986 regulates the provisions related to wildlife trophies.
d) The Chief Wildlife Warden is an authorising official with respect to a wildlife trophy.
Further Reading :
1) Vermin: Provisions for killing wild animals in India
2) Earth Day
3) Tigers : Population and Conservation
4) UNESCO World's Network of Biosphere Reserves
5) E - Waste Management Rules,2016
6) Heat Islands
7) Forest Fires
8) Green Bonds
Answer :
1) c, The Wildlife (Protection) Act,1972 regulates the provisions related to wildlife trophies.
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