Proposed amendments to Wildlife Act takes environmentalists by surprise
The Hindu
They say neither was this in public domain nor was there enough time to file objections
Amidst opposition to a slew of amendments proposed to crucial laws pertaining to the environment and forests, another addition to this list has taken citizens by surprise. Environmentalists are stumped by the sudden appearance of proposed amendments to the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. They said neither was this in the public domain nor was enough time given for anyone to file objections to them.
According to the document of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the ministry has proposed amendments to the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, and has asked State Governments/Union Territories to submit their views/ comments by October 23.
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