Q. Under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, which of the following activities are banned in relation to India's National Bird, the Peacock?- Killing of Peacock
- Domestic Trade of Peacock Feathers
- Export of Peacock Feathers
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Answer:
Only 1 & 3
Notes: Peacock, protected under Schedule-I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, has bans on its killing (Sec 51(1-A)) and export of its feathers or articles. However, domestic trade in naturally shed feathers is permitted (Sec 43(3)(a) & 44). Thus, only killing and export are banned, while domestic trade is allowed.