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Section 45 of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972

Subject to any general or special order of the State Government, the Chief Wild Life Warden or the authorised officer may, for reasons to be recorded by him in writing, suspend or cancel any licence granted or renewed under section 44: Provided that no such suspension or cancellation shall be made except after giving the holder of the licence a reasonable opportunity of being heard.

Summary

The Chief Wild Life Warden or an authorized officer has the power to suspend or cancel any license.
This power must be used according to any general or special orders issued by the State Government.
The officer is required to record the reasons for the suspension or cancellation in writing.
A license cannot be suspended or cancelled unless the person holding it is given a reasonable chance to explain their side.

Practical examples

1Arjun runs a shop selling peacock feathers. A wildlife officer discovers Arjun is selling items not covered by his permit and gives him a formal notice to explain his actions before suspending his license.

2A taxidermist named Meera receives a written order stating her license is cancelled because she failed to record her stock properly. The order includes a detailed explanation of the officer's reasons for the decision.

FAQ

1. Can a license be cancelled immediately under Section 45 of The Wild Life (Protection) Act?

No, Section 45 of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, requires that the license holder must be given a reasonable opportunity of being heard before any suspension or cancellation takes place.

2. Who is authorized to suspend a license under Section 45 of the wildlife law?

Under Section 45 of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, the Chief Wild Life Warden or an authorized officer may suspend a license, provided they follow the State Government's orders.

3. Are written reasons required for license cancellation under Section 45 of The Wild Life (Protection) Act?

Yes, Section 45 of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, mandates that the officer must record the reasons for suspension or cancellation in writing.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 45 of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, whose orders must the Chief Wild Life Warden follow when suspending a license?

Q2.What is a mandatory requirement before a license is cancelled under Section 45 of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972?

Q3.Under Section 45 of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, in what form must the reasons for suspending a license be kept?

Q4.Which officer has the authority to suspend a license under Section 45 of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972?

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