environment · In Force

Wildlife Protection Act 1972

2022: 4 schedules (from 6), CITES alignment, invasive alien species regulation, enhanced penalties, surrender of captive animals. Project Tiger, Project Elephant under this Act.

Amended: 2022
Ministry: Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change

Key provisions and changes

4 schedules (was 6)
CITES-aligned lists
Invasive species control
Captive animal surrender
Enhanced penalties