

The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 is a comprehensive and authoritative Bare Act compilation covering India’s primary legislation for the protection, conservation, and management of wildlife and biodiversity. Published by Law & Justice Publishing Co., this edition presents the statutory provisions in a clear, systematic, and practice-oriented format, making it suitable for both academic study and professional reference.
This updated edition incorporates the Wild Life (Protection) Amendment Act, 2022 (Act 18 of 2022), effective from 1 April 2023, along with all relevant Schedules, Rules, Notifications, and Guidelines governing wildlife protection, licensing, conservation authorities, and zoo management.
The book also includes Supreme Court Guidelines, Landmark Judgments, and legally defined words and phrases, offering enhanced clarity and judicial insight into the interpretation and enforcement of wildlife laws. It serves as an indispensable resource for examinations, environmental litigation, regulatory compliance, and policy research.
Key Highlights
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Updated with the Wild Life (Protection) Amendment Act, 2022
(Act 18 of 2022, w.e.f. 1-4-2023) -
Includes the Principal Act with Schedules
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Comprehensive Coverage of Allied Rules, Policies & Guidelines:
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The Wild Life (Stock Declaration) Central Rules, 1973
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The Wild Life (Transactions and Taxidermy) Rules, 2024
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The Wild Life (Protection) Licensing (Additional Matters for Consideration) Rules, 2024
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The Wild Life (Protection) Rules, 1995
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The Wild Life (Specified Plants – Conditions for Possession by Licensee) Rules, 1995
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The Wild Life (Specified Plant Stock Declaration) Central Rules, 1995
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National Zoo Policy, 1998
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The Declaration of Wild Life Stock Rules, 2003
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The National Board for Wild Life Rules, 2003
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NTCA (Tiger Conservation Foundation) Guidelines, 2007
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Tiger Conservation Authority Fund (Regulation) Guidelines, 2007
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The Recognition of Zoo Rules, 2009 (as amended up to 2022)
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Along with other relevant material
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Supreme Court Guidelines on wildlife conservation, forest protection, and environmental governance
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Landmark Judgments for practical interpretation and legal clarity
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Words & Phrases – Legally Defined for better conceptual understanding
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Bare Act with Comments for ease of reference and application
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