Section 49H of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972
1[49H. International trade in scheduled specimen and restriction in respect thereof.--(1) No person shall engage in trade of scheduled specimens except as provided for under this Chapter.
- (2)The Central Government shall prescribe the conditions and procedures by which the exemptions contained in Article VII of the Convention may be availed.
- (3)Every person engaging in trade of a scheduled specimen shall report the details of the scheduled specimen and the transaction to the Management Authority or the officer authorised by it in such manner as may be prescribed.
- (4)Every person engaging in trade of a scheduled specimen, shall present it for clearance to the Management Authority or the officer authorised by it or a customs officer only at the ports of exit and entry as may be specified by the Central Government.
- (5)The form and manner of making an application for a permit or certificate to trade in a scheduled specimen, the fee payable therefor, the conditions subject to which the permit or certificate may be granted, and the procedure to be followed in granting or cancelling such permit or certificate, shall be such as may be prescribed by the Central Government.]
Summary
- Trading in protected species is strictly forbidden unless it is done according to the rules in this law.
- Anyone trading these species must report the details of the items and the deal to the Management Authority.
- All goods must be brought into or out of India only at the specific ports the government has chosen.
- The government will set the rules for application forms, fees, and the process for getting or losing a permit.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Where can I clear wildlife trade goods under Section 49H of the Wild Life Act?
Section 49H of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, says you must clear trade items only at ports of exit and entry specified by the Central Government.
2. Do I need to report individual transactions under Section 49H?
Yes, Section 49H of the Wild Life Protection Act requires every person trading protected species to report the transaction details to the Management Authority.
3. Who clears the items for trade under Section 49H?
Under Section 49H of the Wild Life Act, you must present the items for clearance to the Management Authority, an authorized officer, or a customs officer.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 49H of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, where must items be presented for trade clearance?
Q2.Who must receive reports of trade transactions under Section 49H of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972?
Q3.Who sets the fees for trade permits under Section 49H of The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972?
Q4.How does Section 49H relate to the role of the Management Authority defined in Section 49E?